How Many Calories in Brown Rice (Cooked)?
About 218 kcal for 1 cup cooked (195 g). Here's how it fits into your day, and how to make it lighter without giving it up.
How it fits your day
| A 1,500 kcal day (typical fat loss, women) | 15% |
| A 2,000 kcal day | 11% |
| A 2,500 kcal day (typical fat loss, men) | 9% |
Love Brown Rice (Cooked)? Keep it, and still get in shape.
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The lighter swap
Similar calories to white rice but more fibre, so it keeps you full a little longer. The portion still matters most.
Coach's take
Mostly carbs, with little protein. Pair it with a protein source like eggs, chicken or laban so it keeps you full for longer.
Questions we get asked
How many calories are in Brown Rice (Cooked)?
About 218 kcal for 1 cup cooked (195 g), with 5g protein, 46g carbs and 2g fat. Values vary between restaurants.
Can I eat Brown Rice (Cooked) and still lose weight?
Yes. Fat loss depends on your total calories across the day, not one food. Brown Rice (Cooked) is about 11% of a 2,000 kcal day. Similar calories to white rice but more fibre, so it keeps you full a little longer. The portion still matters most.
How long does it take to burn off Brown Rice (Cooked)?
About 44 minutes of brisk walking for a 75 kg adult. It's easier to adjust the portion than to try to burn it off, which is why we build favourite foods into our clients' plans.
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Lose fat without giving up Brown Rice (Cooked)
Our clients still eat shawarma and drink karak. We just build it into the plan.
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