Is ragi porridge good for weight loss?
In moderation, paired with protein. One serving (1 glass) has 216 kcal and 7 g protein.
216kcal
7 gprotein
37 gcarbs
5 gfat
Why
- 3 g protein per 100 kcal (low; chicken breast is about 22, plain rice about 2).
- 216 kcal a serving is 12% of a 1,800 kcal fat-loss day, and 7 g is 6% of 120 g protein.
The portion to aim for
½ glass keeps it to 108 kcal with 3 g protein.
| Portion | kcal | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| 1 glass | 216 | 7 g |
| ½ glass | 108 | 3 g |
More protein per calorie in south Indian and quick breakfasts
- Khaman dhokla201 kcal · 9 g protein · 4 pieces
- Medu vada244 kcal · 10 g protein · 2 vada
- Overnight oats337 kcal · 12 g protein · 1 jar
Pair it with
- Whey shake (with water)120 kcal · 24 g protein · 1 scoop
- Whey shake with milk265 kcal · 32 g protein · 1 glass
- Soya chunks curry178 kcal · 16 g protein · 1 katori · 150 g