I guess rice does the least amount of damage.  Unlike wheat and other grains, which are anti-nutritional, it’s sort of more neutral in the havoc it causes in your GI tract.  But it’s still empty carbs, that turn to sugar in your system.  You know, for me, vinegar is a cheat, because I avoid things that are fermented, but a little vinegar now and then is fine.  And sea salt is also a cheat for me, but a little of that is fine too (especially if you’re an athlete, constantly losing salt in sweat).  I feel like if you’re craving something, have it, like I’m doing with some organic salad right now, craving it, because I’m cheating my way through NYC.