Black Rice : Rare yet highly nutritious was know to be fit for Emperors as it's better then Brown and White Rice

(NaturalNews) Although not very common, black rice is currently one of the healthiest food types that can be obtained today. Packed with a wide array of nutrients, black rice has a very rich and interesting history. As most people know, rice is a base food source in Asia. During the years when China was ruled by an emperor, black rice was dubbed as the "Forbidden Rice". It was cultivated in very small amounts because it was only for the emperor's consumption. Although no such ban is being practiced nowadays, black rice is still very much produced in low amounts, especially when compared to brown and white rice.Health benefits of black riceAs already mentioned, black rice is known for its many health properties. For those who are currently wondering exactly what they are, here's some information on what can be gained by eating the forbidden grain.Contains a large amount of antioxidants. Black rice is a good source of antioxidants - a substance known for helping individuals flush out body wastes on a regular basis. Antioxidants can be found in coffee and tea but is definitely more prevalent in black rice. Notice the black appearance of this rice? The color can be attributed to the same chemicals that give acai berry and blueberries their distinctive coloring. The very same chemicals are also responsible for the high antioxidant count of the two.Heart attack preventive. Studies show that black rice contains a large amount of anthocyanins, an ingredient that is capable of lowering the risk of heart attack. It does this by preventing the buildup of plaques in the arteries which is the most common reason why heart attacks occur. Even better, it was revealed that anthocyanins is more capable of controlling cholesterol levels than any other food supplement available today.Other possible health benefits. Aside from the two mentioned that have already been proven by science, black rice is also being looked at as possible prevention from serious illnesses. Some of the diseases it can prevent includes include Alzheimer's, diabetes and even cancer.Comparison of different rice typesThere are currently different rice types available today with the most common one being the white variety. Out of all the types, however, black rice is found to be the one containing the highest amount of nutrition that helps with growth. Here's some information on the different rice colors on their content.Polished white rice - contains 6.8 protein, 1.2 iron, 0.5 zinc and 0.6 fiber.Brown rice - contains 7.9 protein, 2.2 iron, 0.5 zinc and 2.8 fiberPurple rice - 8.3 protein, 3.9 iron, 2.2 zinc and 1.4 fiber.Red rice - 7.0 protein, 5.5 iron, 3.3 zinc and 2.0 fiber.Black rice - 8.5 protein, 3.5 iron, zero zinc and 4.9 fiber.Thanks to the accessibility of the internet, it shouldn't be hard for individuals to find and gain access to black rice. Even better news, there are currently numerous websites that provide information on how to cook black rice and serve it in a variety ofSources for this article include:http://www.behealthyandwell.com http://www.greenmedinfo.com http://www.independent.co.ukLearn more: http://www.naturalnews.com/039806_black_rice_antioxidants_health_benefits.html#ixzz3NmMYbFM8Black Rice Beats Brown And White When It Comes To Its Health BenefitsYou already know that brown rice is a nutrition powerhouse compared to white rice. But you can do even better. Discover the benefits of black rice.Brown rice is rich in fiber, vitamin E compounds and cholesterol lowering antioxidants. Those benefits are all contained in the brown bran.What's wrong with white rice?Brown rice is produced by removing only the outermost layer, the hull, of the rice kernel keeping most of its nutritional value intact. But when the rice kernel is milled and polished to make it white, here's what can get destroyed:all of the dietary fibervitamin B3vitamin B1vitamin B6manganesephosphorusironall of the essential fatty acids.Once all the good stuff is removed, white rice is then enriched. That means that vitamins B1, B3 and iron are added back, but the rest of the nutrients are lost for good.Brown rice protects against heart diseaseSome of those lost nutrients may actually offer protection from high blood pressure and atherosclerosis ("hardening of the arteries").Laboratory research conducted jointly at Temple University School of Medicine in Philadelphia and the Nagaoka National College of Technology in Japan attributes the cardio-protective effects of brown rice to a thin layer of tissue that's stripped away when brown rice is polished to make white rice.Known as the subaleurone layer, it is rich in oligosaccharides and dietary fibers. The researchers believe the missing layer may work against angiotensin II, an endocrine protein which contributes to the development of high blood pressure and atherosclerosis.According to the scientists, this could help explain why fewer people die of cardiovascular disease in Japan compared to the U.S. In Japan most people eat at least one rice-based dish per day, but in the U.S. rice is not a mainstay of the daily diet.Black rice is even better than brown riceBlack rice offers all of the same health benefits of brown rice but it also packs some serious antioxidants.Because of its dark color, black rice bran contains the same anthocyanin antioxidants found in blueberries or blackberries.According to research from the Department of Food Science at Louisiana State University, a spoonful of black rice bran contains more health promoting anthocyanin antioxidants than a spoonful of blueberries, but with less sugar and more fiber and vitamin E antioxidants.Found in dark blue, red and purple foods, anthocyanin antioxidants show promise for fighting heart disease, cancer, and other diseases. Black rice is often referred to as "purple rice," since when it's soaked or cooked it changes from black to a deep purple or burgundy color.Read More @ http://www.greenmedinfo.com/blog/black-rice-beats-brown-when-it-comes-its-health-benefits1

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Krishna Kalki January 4, 2015 at 8:41pm

People usually go for Tilda Basamati White Rice or White Rice of a different brand.
Brown organic rice I found to be heavy and it soon fills your stomach and you feel bloated.
Krishna Kalki January 3, 2015 at 5:10pm

Well I am of to Wholefoods to get some Black Rice