Hidden Calories in Asian Sauces: Why Portions Matter More Than Rice
If you live in Singapore or Hong Kong and you’re trying to eat healthier, chances are you’ve already made some “good” changes. You order less rice. You switch to brown rice or half portions. You skip bubble tea most days. You tell yourself you’re eating “clean Asian food.” And yet… the weight barely moves. Your stomach still feels bloated. Your energy dips mid-afternoon. Here’s the truth most diet advice never tells you: It’s not the rice that’s holding you back. It’s the sauces. Asian sauces are one of the biggest sources of hidden calories in our daily meals—and they quietly sabotage weight loss, blood sugar control, and appetite without us realizing it. In this article, you’ll learn why sauce portions matter more than rice, what most competitors get wrong, and how to fix the problem without giving up Asian food . Why Asian Sauces Are the Real Calorie Trap (Not Rice) Rice has become the villain of modern Asian dieting. But blaming rice misses the bigger picture—especially...