Tag: Starchy water

A 2023 study found that boiling chlorinated tap water with iodized salt can create compounds that could be harmful to consume. So, is pasta water good for health, or is the 'liquid gold' just a myth that chefs use to thicken sauces?

Chefs call pasta water "liquid gold" for its emulsifying properties, a testament to its value beyond being a simple byproduct of boiling. But for the average person, the question remains: is noodle water healthy for consumption? The answer is nuanced and depends largely on the type of noodles cooked and the ingredients used.

While social media buzzes with claims about "rice-zempic," a drink made from starchy rice water, experts largely debunk its miraculous weight loss properties. This trendy concoction is unlikely to have a significant impact on your body fat, particularly the stubborn kind on your belly.