TO EAT....
I know that we are all preparing to eat as much rice as possible this christmas even if you are not planning to I know the amount of rice coming out of the market is more than normal so here are some benefits of rice. So that as you eat this season there will be no worries..... Am just saying...
Great Source of Energy: Since rice is abundant in
carbohydrates, it acts as fuel for the body and
aids in the normal functioning of the brain.
Carbohydrates are essential to be metabolized
by the body and turned into functional, usable
energy. The vitamins, minerals, and various
organic components increase the functioning and
metabolic activity of all your organ systems,
which further increases energy levels.
Cholesterol Free: Eating rice is extremely
beneficial for your health, simply because it does
not contain harmful fats, cholesterol or sodium.
It forms an integral part of balanced diet. Any
food that can provide nutrients without having
any negative impacts on health is a bonus! Low
levels of fat, cholesterol, and sodium will also
help reduce obesity and the health conditions
associated with being overweight. Rice is one of
the most widely used and eaten foods in the
world because it can keep people healthy and
alive, even in very small quantities.
Blood Pressure Management: Rice is low in sodium,
so it is considered one of the best foods for
those suffering from high blood pressure and
hypertension . Sodium can cause veins and
arteries to constrict, increasing the stress and
strain on the cardiovascular system as the
blood pressure increases. This is also associated
with heart conditions like atherosclerosis, heart
attacks, and strokes, so avoiding excess sodium
is always a good idea.
Cancer Prevention: Whole grain rice like brown rice
is rich in insoluble fiber that can protect against
many types of cancer. Many scientists and
researchers believe that such insoluble fibers
are vital for protecting the body against the
development and metastasis of cancerous cells.
Fiber, specifically is beneficial in defending
against colorectal and intestinal cancer.
However, besides fiber, rice also has natural
antioxidants like vitamin C, vitamin-A, phenolic
and flavonoid compounds, which also act as or
stimulate antioxidants to scour the body for
free radicals. Free radicals are byproducts of
cellular metabolism that can do serious damage
to your organ systems and cause the mutation
of healthy cells into cancerous ones. Boosting
your antioxidant levels is a great idea, and
eating more rice is a wonderful way to do that.
Skin care: Medical experts say that powdered
rice can be applied topically to cure certain skin
ailments. On the Indian subcontinent, rice water
is readily prescribed by ayurvedic practitioners
as an effective ointment to cool off inflamed
skin surfaces . The phenolic compounds that are
found in rice, particularly in brown or wild rice,
have anti-inflammatory properties, so they are
also good for soothing irritation and redness.
Whether consumed or topically applied, substance
derived from rice tend to relieve a number of
skin conditions. The antioxidant capacity also
helps delay the appearance of wrinkles and other
premature signs of aging that can affect the
skin.
Alzheimer’s Disease: Brown rice is said to contain
high levels of nutrients that stimulate the
growth and activity of neurotransmitters,
subsequently helping to prevent Alzheimer’s
disease to a considerable extent. Various
species of wild rice have been shown to stimulate
neuroprotective enzymes in the brain, which
inhibit the effects of free radicals and other
dangerous toxins that can cause dementia and
Alzheimer’s disease.
Diuretic and Digestive Qualities: The husk part of
rice is considered to be an effective medicine to
treat dysentery , and some people say that a
three month old rice plant’s husks are said to
have diuretic properties. Chinese people believe
that rice considerably increases appetite, cures
stomach ailments and reduces all digestive
problems. As a diuretic, rice husk can help you
lose excess water weight, eliminate toxins from
the body like uric acid, and even lose weight,
since approximately 4% of urine is actually made
up of body fat! The high fiber content also
increases bowel movement regularity and
protects against various types of cancer, as
well as reducing the chances of cardiovascular
diseases.
Rich in Vitamins: Rice is an excellent source of
vitamins and minerals like niacin, vitamin D,
calcium, fiber, iron, thiamine and riboflavin.
These vitamins provide the foundation for body
metabolism, immune system health, and general
functioning of the organ systems, since
vitamins are commonly consumed in the most
essential activities in the body.
Cardiovascular Health: Rice bran oil is known to
have antioxidant properties that promote
cardiovascular strength by reducing cholesterol
levels in the body. We have already spoken about
the cardiovascular benefits of fiber, and low
levels of fat and sodium. Wild rice and brown rice
varieties are far better than white rice in this
category, since the husk of the grain is where
much of the nutrients are; the husk is removed
in white rice preparation.
Resistant starch: Rice abounds in resistant
starch , which reaches the bowels in an
undigested form. This type of starch stimulates
the growth of useful bacteria that help with
normal bowel movements. Also, this insoluble rice
is very useful in reducing the effects of
conditions like Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS),
and diarrhea.
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