The health benefits of black rice make it the new superfood. It was called the forbidden rice in ancient China. Now, it’s super nutrition secrets have been exposed in America.
Black Rice has been well known and eaten in China for centuries. Only the emperors were allowed to eat it. A commoner could face death if caught eating it. This is why you may see black rice referred to as forbidden rice.
Only recently has the United States discovered the great health benefits of black rice. It is considered a Superfood.
Black rice is full of fiber, vitamins, minerals, and amino acids. The most impressive contents is it’s antioxidants, specifically anthocyanins, which gives black rice it’s dark blue/purple color. Black rice contains more anthocyanins than blueberries.
Anthocyanins, and other antioxidants have been shown to prevent heart disease and cancer.
Black rice contains more fiber than brown rice. Studies prove that fiber helps lower cholesterol and blood pressure, reducing the risk of heart disease. Fiber is also important in the fight against cancer, particularly colon cancer.
Louisiana State University food scientist, Dr Xu in Baton Rouge, Louisiana lead a recent research study on black rice. He predicts that food manufacturers will use extracts from black rice to make healthier foods and beverages in the U.S.
The health benefits of black rice against the two major health diseases in America, heart disease and cancer, make it worth your while to give it a try. You can find black rice in Asian markets, and health food stores.
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