Exploring Different Rice Varieties: Nutritional Benefits and Health Impacts – By Rashmi Premarathne Source : Rashmi Premarathne LinkedIn Rice, a global dietary staple, offers diverse varieties with varying nutritional profiles and health benefits. Understanding these differences is crucial for making informed dietary choices. White rice – the most common type, is heavily processed, losing its bran and germ layers, which contain essential nutrients. While providing quick energy due to its high carbohydrate content, its high glycemic index (GI) can cause rapid blood sugar spikes, making it less ideal for diabetics. However, its easy digestibility makes it suitable for sensitive stomachs. Brown rice – a whole grain, retains its bran and germ, offering rich fiber, B vitamins, and minerals like magnesium and selenium. Its lower GI aids blood sugar control and weight management, promoting long-term health. Red rice – gains its color from anthocyanins, potent antioxidants. It’s rich in fiber, iron, ...
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Types of Rice – By Prashanth Sentilkumar Source : Prashanth Sentilkumar linkedin What is Rice ? Rice is one of the eight true cereal grains, the others are wheat, oats, corn (maize), barley, rye, millet, and sorghum. A ricegrain comprises of 4 parts. the hull, bran, white rice, and germ. The types Basmati Rice Basmati rice grains are long, dry, and separate. They impart a pleasant, nutty aroma and flavor in any dish. Jasmine Rice Jasmine rice has an exotic flair. It develops a pleasant floral aroma and a moist, soft texture when cooked Brown Rice Brown rice is a whole grain that has its bran and germ layers still intact. It has a firmer texture and nuttier flavor than white rice, and provides more fiber, vitamins, and minerals per serving Black Rice also known as forbidden rice, gets its color from anthocyanins Arborio Rice Arborio rice is a medium grain ...
