Instant noodles are a familiar and popular food for many people. Although they are very convenient and delicious, many people think that they are not good for health, causing overweight and obesity.
According to Dr. Nguyen Hong Vu, PhD in Molecular Biology in Medicine, Postdoctoral Researcher (Staff Scientist), City of Hope Research Institute, California, USA, when using instant noodles, people should pay attention to the amount of salt in this food . The amount of salt in noodles is often high, which can have a negative impact on many organs in the body, especially for people with high blood pressure, kidney disease.
According to recommendations, we should not eat more than 2g of salt per day. The amount of salt in each packet of noodles can be up to more than 3g , exceeding the daily limit. To reduce salt, you can reduce the amount of seasoning that comes with the noodle package.
When using instant noodles, people should pay attention to the amount of salt in this food. (Photo: Mojedanesh).
" The amount of protein in instant noodles is very low . The energy provided in instant noodles is mainly carbohydrates. The low calorie supply from protein can make you feel tired. To overcome this, you can supplement protein from other sources such as drinking milk, shrimp, meat." , Dr. Vu said.
This expert also emphasized that the amount of fiber in instant noodles is also very low . On average, a woman needs 21-25 grams of fiber, and a man needs 31-35 grams. Eating little fiber causes poor intestinal motility, causing constipation and reduced absorption. Lack of fiber affects the absorption of nutrients. Therefore, you also need to pay attention to the source of fiber when eating instant noodles, such as adding vegetables and fruits.
"Finally, there is the issue of MSG . This spice helps enhance the flavor of the instant noodles. However, using too much is associated with obesity and poisoning, especially for people who are sensitive to MSG. The source of vitamins and minerals in instant noodles is very limited, so you should add more to balance your nutrition ," said Dr. Vu.
He recommends that people can eat when they don't have time. In many cases, instant noodles are cheap, so students or low-income people often choose them. However, eating instant noodles does not provide enough energy for you, in the long run, your body will be tired, not having enough energy to work and function.
Therefore, you should try to alternate instant noodles with main meals, adding a variety of nutrients to your bowl of noodles so that your body is fully nourished .
