Red Jasmine Rice and its health benefits
Red Jasmine rice has similar nutritional profiles including harvesting process as that of the Brown Jasmine Rice. This rice is either un-hulled or partially hulled types of rice, which means you get to chew on the bran and germ that are known to have various beneficial properties. This russet-colored whole grain has a nutty flavor and soft texture and goes well with most meats and vegetables.
Shiny black grains of rice turn purple when cooked which is not only a treat to eyes but also to the taste buds. According to Dr. Gargi Sharma, "Brown rice and red rice are quite similar when we talk about them on the nutritional front. Both are great sources of fiber, B vitamins, calcium, zinc and iron, manganese, selenium, magnesium and other nutrients. One thing that sets the red variety apart from its brown counterpart is it being enriched with antioxidants that can help fight damaging free radicals in our body."
The red variety gets its vibrant color from an antioxidant called anthocyanins, which are also found in deep purple or reddish fruits and vegetables. The compound is believed to have properties that can reduce inflammation, allergy, prevent risks of cancer and help in weight management. Red jasmine rice is considered a whole grain. A whole-grain food retains the entire grain seed, including the germ, bran, and endosperm. As a whole grain, red jasmine rice helps you meet your daily fiber and iron needs, and it is also fat-free which makes it beneficial for your health.