Rice is a type of food where you cannot find something that is bad for your health. Almost everything that rice contains benefits the body’s healthy function and development.
A Bow Of Rice:
It is a great source of carbohydrates; minimum on salt, fat and cholesterol; rich in vitamins like Iron, Vitamin D and Niacin, Riboflavin, Thiamine, fiber and calcium. What rice doesn’t have is Gluten, perfect for people with a gluten-free diet. Scientists believe that rice contains fibers capable of protecting form many types of cancer. For those who practice Bodybuilding and are into muscle mass gaining regime, rice is a great source of protein which have all the eight amino acids.
Rice – Rich in nutrients:
Rice and exercising are great friends. A nice meal of rice, without bread, will satisfy your appetite without the feeling of a heavy stomach. You’ll feel light, filled with energy and ready to exercise. Here is the chart of the nutritious facts about Rice:
| Rice (1/4 Cup Raw) | Calories (kcal) | Carbohydrates(g) | Fat (g) | Fiber(g) | Protein (g) |
| White Rice (Unenriched) | 169 | 36.98 | 0.31 | 0.60 | 3.30 |
| Parboiled (Unenriched) | 172 | 37.80 | 0.26 | 0.79 | 3.14 |
| Brown Rice | 171 | 35.72 | 1.35 | 1.62 | 3.64 |
