This is an interesting one because the wellness zeitgeist has taught us that quinoa is good because it’s a “whole grain” and high protein, while white rice is bad because it’s a processed “simple carb.” The reality is that either grain (like all grains!) can be part of a balanced meal by doing 2 simple things: 1️⃣🌿 Eating fiber first. There's a reason why you start your meal with a bowl of edamame before the white rice comes into play in Japanese culture. The fiber helps slow down the breakdown and absorption of those simple starches into sugar. 2️⃣🥜 Add a carb companion! Can't start with fiber? Just add some of it to your bowl along with protein and healthy fats. One of my favorite tricks with grains is creating bowls with the carbs on the bottom (just see the Simplest Poke Bowls in #carbivore p 123) and lots of other ingredients piled on top. You'll naturally have to work your way through the carb companions first. But even a bowl of plain white rice will benefit from a sprinkle of sesame seeds or gomasio (another cue from Japanese culture). ➡️ What is your ride or die grain and what would you put on it re: number 2 to make it better for your blood sugar AND more delicious? CARBIVORE is out in the world in less than a week! ✨Grab your pre-ordered copy and free goodies if you haven't already at carbivorecookbook.com! #carbivore #carbs #antinflammatory #ibs #guthealth #autoimmunedisease #healthyliving #hormoneimbalance #bloodsugar