Today, I would like to share with you some information regarding food and health or you can say it's a fusion of both of them. In short, I would like to recommend this super food to you.
Once upon a time, you heard how good and nutritious brown rice was and why people are choosing it over the ubiquitous white ones. Now, meet black rice, the cousin of brown rice, which is even more powerful.
Actually, black rice is really just brown rice with a different pigment. The main thing is the bran. When uncooked, it is purplish in colour but looks dark enough to be classified as black.
If you agree that blueberries are costly and want a cheaper alternative as a source for anti-oxidants, why not try some black rice? (Please continue to eat fruits too for more vitamin C)
Black rice has more anti-oxidants, fiber, Vitamin E yet contains less sugar and costs less as well. It is also a good source of iron and amino acids.
If you would like to check it out and cook some, do take note that the rice cooker you utilize for your usual white rice may not work well with these dark-coloured grains. The same applies to brown rice as well.
This is because, unlike white rice, the husks of brown and black rice are intact so it is necessary for them to be cooked for a longer duration. A simple solution to this problem is to soak the rice in water for about one hour before cooking.
Do give it a try and give your health a boost!
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