I'm really worried because I've been eating raw rice for the past six months and can't seem to stop. I've also noticed my body weight and blood sugar levels are going up quickly. What could be causing this, and how can I break this habit?

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you can try Wholegrain basmati rice as it has the lowest glycemic index

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