Black Rice Benefits..A Superfood High in Nutrition and Antioxidants

Black Rice Benefits

As superfoods go this has got to be high on the list, in fact very near the top.

As far as I am concerned a so-called super-food has to earn it's accolade or claim.

Black rice ticks all the boxes in that respect, and here is why I really rate this food..sorry superfood!

As far as health promoting properties are concerned black rice benefits are the same as brown rice, however it goes further because of something it contains called anthyocyanins. These are plant-based pigments that you will also see in the acai berry and other dark berries.

So, does black rice contain antioxidants?

You bet, in fact it is high in antioxidants.



The American Chemical Society are going as far as saying that just a spoonful of back rice is actually more healthier for you than the equivalent amount of blueberries. This is down to the fact that it has less sugar, more fiber and vitamin E antioxidants than the blueberries.

Just a small caveat...Note that blueberries contain more sugar than black rice, however black rice is a grain. If you are sensitive to gluten then consume with caution or even avoid if unsure.

In Asia, black rice is very popular as they use it in their noodles, sushi and even puddings. Now the Americans are 'latching' on to this superfood and it's fast becoming popular with them. In fact it was originally introduced in the US in 1995.

Interestingly, many centuries ago, in ancient China the emperors there prohibited the common people from eating black rice as they knew it was so good..they wanted it all for themselves!

Because of it's antioxidant power, scientists are realising that this staple food for approx one third of the world's population, could be instrumental in helping to soothe inflammation related to allergies such as asthma and other diseases.

It is widely believed that prolonged inflammation is associated with the beginnings and progression of allergies, cancer, atherosclerosis, heart and infectious diseases. So introducing black rice into your diet would be a sensible health move to maybe prevent or even treat these disorders.

There have not been too many studies on black rice currently, so there is a lot more to learn, however the results so far are encouraging.

Some experiments have suggested that black rice bran can actually suppress the release of histamine, which we know causes inflammation in the body.

It is also a good source of fiber as unmilled black rice retains its bran.

Black Rice Benefits..A Safe Alternative For Food Colorings?

Hopefully this could eventually stop manufacturers adding these artificial colorants to certain foods and drinks. Some studies have shown links to child behavioral problems and even cancers related to food colorings.

As you can see, there are many black rice benefits, so adding this superfood to your diet will not be difficult. It has a pleaseant fragrant aroma, a nutty taste and a high nutritional value. So add black rice to your healthy shopping list!

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