Himalayan Red Rice
Much similar to brown or white rice, red rice is packed with health benefits. It is often known as weedy or cargo rice for its nutty flavour. Red rice gets its bright and deep colour from the anthocyanin content in it.
Moreover, red rice provides has exceptional nutritional values as compared to other kinds of rice. Red rice can be consumed both in unhulled and hulled forms. Experts in the field suggest that a cup of red rice contains about 93 percent carbohydrates, including calcium, fibres, potassium, and protein. Also, it is absolutely fat-free and can be a great pick for weight-loss food regime
Here are a few health benefits of including red rice in your staple diet:
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With low glycemic content, red rice helps to control the insulin level of body which further helps to lower the cholesterol levels
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Red rice is known to work very well in treating pulmonary diseases. It helps to reduce the risk of asthma by improving blood circulation inside the body
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With its iron content, red rice helps to circulate oxygen to every tissue of the body and fastens the absorption of oxygen
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Being a great source of fibre, red rice helps to improve the digestion and also aids weight loss
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Magnesium content in red rice helps aid bad digestion and constipation issues as well
Quick Recipes:
Red rice can be used for a number of dishes.
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You can have it as a plain khichdi or with some curry
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If you like paniyarams, red rice is a great pick
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You can also add it to your risotto