Red Rice Rich Vitamins & Minerals
By Unknown - Monday, November 19, 2012
Rice varieties produced by people around Mount Pancar, Sentul, West Java hereditary in fields that are free of pollution and processed in the traditional way to maximize the nutritional content. Unlike other rice processed in a way that is generally milled and polished, fluffier Red Rice is produced from grain threshed manually using a mortar, so that the rice husk still attached. Epidermis is very rich in fiber (dietary fiber) and natural oils, providing excellent nutrition for the body. By purchasing this Red Rice fluffier you also participate in community empowerment programs around Mount Pancar, Sentul, West Java.
Red Rice Rich Vitamins & Minerals
The nutritional value of rice depending on the variety. From the type, the rice classified into three groups: white rice (separated again become fluffier and inflammation), sticky rice, and brown rice. But whatever the name of the rice, which is the common people know rice is a source of carbohydrates alone, pengenyang stomach, "gasoline" to move.
And if you just want a little fun "unpack", rice (especially brown rice) has many other benefits. Brown rice has nutrients that are much better than white rice. This is because white rice comes from rice that has been milled so that the husk is gone, while brown rice comes from rice husk mashed a little lost. Rice bran contains nutrients that are important for the body, rich in fiber and natural oils. Fiber not only satisfying but also prevent various gastrointestinal diseases. A bowl of brown rice contains about 3.5 grams of fiber, while a bowl of white rice contains less than 1 gram of fiber.
A study at Louisiana State University, U.S., said that brown rice contains fiber which works to lower bad cholesterol (LDL), inhibits atherosclerosis and also plays a role in controlling blood sugar levels in the body, so it is also the best choice for people with diabetes.
The fat in brown rice bran are essential fatty acids needed for brain development in children. While other compounds in the epidermis can also lower blood cholesterol, a risk factor for heart disease. In terms of vitamins and minerals, brown rice is also better than white rice. The content of vitamins and minerals, brown rice white rice 2-3 times. Brown rice contains thiamine (vitamin B) which is needed to prevent beriberi in infants. Substance iron also higher, thus helping babies aged 6 months and above the iron intake of breast milk is no longer sufficient to meet the body's needs.
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Brown rice has been known since 2800 BC. By the physician at the time the object is believed to have medical value that can restore a sense of calm and peace. Although, compared to white rice, brown rice carbohydrate content is lower (78.9 g: 75.7 g), but the results of the analysis of Nio (1992) demonstrated the value of the energy produced brown rice instead of white rice on top (349 cal: 353 cal ). Besides higher in protein (6.8 g: 8.2 g), it is probably due to the higher content of tiaminnya (0.12 mg: 0.31 mg).
Thiamine deficiency can interfere with the nervous system and the heart, in a state called beriberi weight with initial symptoms of decreased appetite, indigestion, constipation, tiredness, tingling, palpitations and diminished reflexes. Another nutrient found in brown rice is phosphorus (243 mg per 100 grams of material), and selenium. Selenium is a mineral that reduces the risk of colon cancer.
According to research Dr. Rui Hai Liu of Cornell University said that brown rice contains phenolic, one of the antioxidants that can inhibit free radicals trigger cancer. Besides brown rice contains magnesium which can reduce the severity of asthma, lowering high blood pressure, decrease the frequency of migrants, and reduce the risk of heart attack and stroke. Magnesium also helps regulate nerve and muscle rhythm by balancing the action of calcium and are useful for bone health. A cup of brown rice will give you 21% of daily needs magnesium.
How to Cook
Almost the same as cooking white rice. To make it more fragrant and tempting, add 2 pieces of pandan leaves and 1 stem lemongrass already digeprak. Fragrance will add appetite.
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