Applied Nutrition Cream of Rice, Apple Crumble 1kg - sugar-free rice gruel, recovery workout meal

Applied Nutrition Cream of Rice is an instant carbohydrate meal - a form of rice gruel, it is also sometimes referred to as rice cream or risan (similar to oatmeal). The production process involves grinding rice grains, which produces a fine, easily digestible porridge/rice meal with a texture similar to classic oatmeal - but in this case the base is rice, not oatmeal.

Cream of Rice is often chosen by bodybuilders and active people for several reasons:

• Ease of digestion: Cream of Rice is easily digested and easy to digest, which means that the body quickly absorbs the nutrients. For many people, this is beneficial both before and after a workout.
• Gluten-free: This product is naturally gluten-free, making it suitable for people with gluten intolerance or celiac disease.
• Speed of preparation: Cream of Rice cooks very quickly, which is practical for those with limited time. You just need to cook it while it's hot, and then you can add various flavorful ingredients, such as fruits, nuts or honey.
• Versatility: You can customize the taste and texture of Cream of Rice by adding different ingredients depending on your taste preferences and calorie needs.
• Source of carbohydrates: Cream of Rice provides energy in the form of carbohydrates, which is important for those engaged in intense physical activity. Carbohydrates are key fuel for muscles during workouts.

You can use Cream of Rice as a carbohydrate supplement during the day. Cream of rice is a great source of complex carbohydrates with no added sugar. It can be a great part of a pre-workout meal as well as a post-workout meal. It is worth adding to such a meal, still a source of protein to ensure the best possible recovery.

During exercise, the human body draws energy mainly from muscle glycogen. These are the energy reserves of the body, they are not infinite, their depletion is associated with deterioration of exercise capacity. Using rice cream you will easily support the renewal of glycogen, which will be necessary to proceed to the next workout in full form. Rice cream is also a good nutrient to support recovery.

Recipes using Cream of Rice gruel

Applied Nutrition Cream of Rice can be prepared on water treating it as a quick and simple meal, or incorporated into more complex sweet recipes with the addition of fresh or frozen fruits, nuts and added protein so as to create a balanced, filling meal suitable for a physically active person.

Banana Protein Shake with Cream of Rice:

• 1 scoop of Cream of Rice
• 1 cup of milk (can be plant-based)
• 1 ripe banana
• 1 tbsp peanut butter
• 1 teaspoon honey, flavoring or sweetener
• 1 scoop of whey protein
• Berries for garnish

1. Cook Cream of Rice in milk according to instructions on package.
2. In a separate bowl, blend the banana, peanut butter, honey and whey protein.
3. Once Cream of Rice is cooked, add the banana mixture and mix thoroughly.
4. Serve sprinkled with berries.

Cream of Rice with Raspberries and Almonds:

• 1 scoop Cream of Rice
• 1 cup of milk (can be plant-based)
• Fresh raspberries
• 2 tablespoons of almond flakes
• 1 teaspoon honey, flavoring or sweetener
• 1 Tbsp egg white (optional)

1. Cook Cream of Rice in milk according to instructions.
2. Stir in the raspberries and almond flakes.
3. Once Cream of Rice is cooked, serve with raspberries, almond flakes, honey and optional egg white.

Protein Rice Cake Cookies:

• 2 scoops of Cream of Rice
• 1 cup of milk (can be plant-based)
• 1/2 cup of egg white
• 1/4 cup honey or peanut butter
• 1/2 cup chopped walnuts
• 1/2 cup dried fruit (such as raisins)

1. Cook Cream of Rice in milk, then set aside to cool.
2. Add egg white, honey, chopped nuts and dried fruit to the cooked rice gruel.
3. Form small cakes from the mixture and place on a baking sheet.
4. Bake in the preheated oven according to the instructions on the egg white package until the cookies are browned.