Taking stale rice out of the fridge and heating it repeatedly at high temperatures is extremely harmful. It does not kill the bacteria, instead it reproduces quickly. So, if you want to eat stale rice, you should take it out of the fridge and warm it up once.

If you keep the leftover rice with water overnight, it will ferment and make Panta Bhat. According to nutritionists, fermentation of carbohydrates takes place in this stale rice, which helps the body to provide instant energy. Watered stale rice is rich in lactic acid bacteria (Probiotics).

These good bacteria boost our digestion, relieve constipation and help cool the stomach. Studies have shown that the level of iron, calcium, potassium, and magnesium in watered stale rice increases many times compared to fresh rice. As a result, it helps to meet the deficiency of nutrients in the body.

If rice is left at room temperature for a long time (more than 4 hours) without water, harmful bacteria called 'Bacillus cereus' grows in it. Eating this stale rice carries a serious risk of diarrhea, vomiting or food poisoning. Stale rice is high in potassium and low in sodium.

As a result, for those suffering from high blood pressure, eating stale rice with moderate amount of water in the morning can be very beneficial. Many people have the habit of keeping stale rice in the fridge and frying it with oil the next day. According to experts, eating stale rice in this way adds extra calories to the body, which can lead to rapid fat and weight gain.

For those who have stomach ulcers or hyper-acidity, watered stale rice or panta bhaat in the morning works as a reliever. It helps in reducing stomach irritation.