What happens if I eat bolillo every day?

Bolillo. A sacred food in Mexican tradition, a companion during difficult times. Who hasn't heard, after an earthquake, "Eat a bolillo for the scare." There are many examples, however, Let's start with the basics: which country could dispute the origin of the bolillo?

Don't panic, actually: none. This has its roots in the interculturality of European expansion following the 16th century.

There are records that the Egyptian civilization already made this type of bread more than ten thousand years BC. The Greeks were not far behind, as they used to ferment cereals and then bake them in ovens.

Now, let's get back to the good stuff. Will a bolillo make you gain weight? According to the Mexican System of Equivalent Foods, A piece of bolillo of around 60 grams contains 183 calories, so you should eat at least 40 bolillos to be able to say: "yes, I've already screwed it."

Therefore, to burn calories, a person would be morally pressured to run for about 12 minutes or cycle for 19 minutes. Simply put, a corn tortilla has only 52 calories.

How many bolillos should I eat a day?

According to the NutriIMSS healthy eating and physical activity menu, Eating a maximum of two bolillos a day is the recommended amount.

The UNAM Nutrition Coordination Department warns that consuming excessive carbohydrates—like those found in bolillos—can contribute to the development of obesity and type 2 diabetes. Furthermore, unlike whole-wheat bread, bolillos are low in fiber, protein, vitamins, and minerals. A comparison between bolillos and tortillas suggests that:

• Eating 1 bolillo is equal to 3 corn tortillas.
• Eating 1 bolillo is equal to 7 and a half cups of natural popcorn.

For its part, the Food Guide for the Mexican Population indicates that one should not eat more than half a bolillo (bread roll) without crumbs per meal.

It's impossible to refute it: the bolillo holds a special place in Mexican cuisine. A bolillo with beans satisfies hunger and soothes anxiety; a bolillo is a source of joy, cravings, and memes.

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