
Instant Noodles (Instant Noodles/Instant Ramen) are semi-prepared dry noodles, meaning they are already cooked or partially cooked. They are sold in packages and cups or bowls. Currently, they can be purchased at grocery stores, convenience stores, supermarkets, and even department stores.
Instant noodle consumption data from the World Instant Noodles Association (WINA) revealed that last year, China/Hong Kong consumed the most instant noodles in the world, at 42,210 million servings, followed by Indonesia with 14,540 million servings (ranked 1st in Southeast Asia) and India with 8,680 million servings. Thailand is ranked 9th with a total of more than 3,950 million servings and is also ranked 4th in Southeast Asia.
When it comes to instant noodles, there is probably no one who does not know them and there are few who have never tried them. With a variety of flavors and a special feature of ‘long shelf life’ using a food preservation process, the shape of the familiar ‘noodles’ has been changed to crispy baked/fried noodles with seasoning powder. Using only hot water and a few minutes, they are ready to eat immediately, making this type of food a favorite among people all over the world. But before enjoying the convenience of the steps, time, and affordable price, this type of food can cause harm to our bodies that cannot be overlooked.
High sodium
Currently, the general recommendation is that we should not consume more than 2,000 milligrams of sodium per day. However, if we consume instant noodles, even just one pack, we may consume as much as 2,100 milligrams of sodium. Therefore, if we eat foods high in sodium continuously for a long time, it may affect the functioning of important organs such as the heart, causing high blood pressure, affecting the kidney system, and other complications in the future.
Rich in bad fats
The fat component in many instant noodle brands comes from palm oil. This makes this bowl of dry noodles high in saturated fat. Consuming this unhealthy fat in large amounts and regularly can lead to high levels of LDL cholesterol in the blood and increase the risk of cardiovascular disease, ทางเข้า UFABET สำหรับสมาชิกใหม่ สมัครวันนี้ รับโบนัสฟรี obesity, and other non-communicable diseases.
Nutritional value is incomplete
One pack of instant noodles (60 grams) contains high amounts of carbohydrates from wheat flour. However, if you look at the nutritional label, you will find that it is low in dietary fiber and protein. In addition, it is also low in important nutrients such as vitamins and minerals that the body needs. Therefore, if anyone consumes this food regularly, they may be at risk of malnutrition.
The consumption of instant noodles nowadays tends to increase due to its advantages in convenience in preparation, not many steps, and does not take long, which meets the needs of people in a hurry. However, it should not be eaten regularly until it becomes the main menu in our daily lives. At the same time, if a variety of ingredients are added to the dish, it will increase the nutritional value because in addition to making us enjoy the dish more, it is also good for our health in the long run.