Organic Red Rice

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Organic Red Rice 

Why is organic better?

The word 'organic' refers to the way farmers grow and process agricultural products, such as fruits, vegetables, grains, dairy products, and meat. Organic farming practices are designed to meet the following goals:

• Enhance soil and water quality
• Reduce pollution
• Provide safe, healthy livestock habitats
• Enable natural livestock behavior
• Promote a self-sustaining cycle of resources on a farm

There are many reasons to choose organic produce and here are some of them: 

• Eating organic reduces the number of chemicals in the diet namely persistent pesticides. Organic farming produces healthy food without the use of toxic pesticides. While some organic farmers do use pesticides they are primarily derived from natural substances. These natural pesticides must be approved for organic production

• No artificial colors, flavors or preservatives are allowed in organic food. Cleaner food means cleaner diets which lead to cleaner bodies and minds.

• Organic food is known to contain more vitamins, minerals, enzymes, and micronutrients than conventionally raised food.

• Organic food is never irradiated. Irradiated food is exposed to intense ionizing radiation. This is done in a processing room for a specified duration. With food irradiation, radiant energy (electrons, gamma rays or x-rays) breaks chemical bonds and the intention is to reduce microorganisms.

• Organics support a healthier farm lifestyle and a healthier community. Growing food organically does not harm the surrounding community in which it’s grown. Unlike non-organic practices, organics keep toxins out of the air, out of the drinking water and out of the soil.

Organic Red rice has a unique colour due to a compound called anthocyanin, which also provides a great boost of antioxidants. This compound is also found in certain red-purple fruits and vegetables like blueberries. It too contains the outer bran and cereal germ. Some key benefits of eating organic red rice include: 

Whole grain benefits

Red rice is a whole grain food which means it retains the grain seed, bran, germ, and endosperm. Red rice benefits are aplenty making it a good choice for weight management as well as to help prevent health risks like Type 2 diabetes and heart problems.

Rich source of fiber

The presence of fiber in red rice makes it easily digestible and in turn prevents constipation and improves bowel function. Additionally, the presence of fiber can help in preventing heart disease, lower blood cholesterol levels, inflammation, and blood pressure.

Source of iron

Iron is needed for carrying oxygen all throughout the body. Iron deficiency anemia is one of the causes of nutritional deficiency. 

Fat-free option

Natural red rice is known to be fat-free and provides the body with immense energy. It helps in the absorption of vitamins, high fat intake, and several types of cancers.

Good for oxygen consumption

With several health benefits, red rice is also known for oxygen absorption. They are packed with iron which helps in improving blood circulation through the proper supply of oxygen for proper body functioning.

Rich in vitamins and minerals

Red rice is a rich source of vitamins and minerals. It only contains 20% of the daily requirements of phosphorus, magnesium, and molybdenum. Daily intake of red rice can also help in the improvement of nutritional value and greatly reduce stress levels.

Health dose of antioxidants

Similar to brown rice, red rice health benefits include eliminating unwanted sources and toxins to prevent diabetes, cancer, and heart problems because of the antioxidants that it possesses.

Improve skin

Organic Red rice is packed with Vitamin B6 and iron to help boost red blood cell production, known for promoting healthy skin. It also contains antioxidants for promotion skin free radicals and protects skin against premature aging and also lowers the chances of getting infections.

Prevents asthma

Red rice is a rich magnesium source that helps in controlling normal breathing. Consuming red rice on a daily basis may also help in preventing asthma problems.

Treat diabetes

Red rice is great for preventing diabetes as it contains a low glycemic index. Diabetic patients need not prevent the intake of rice but can consume red rice in moderate amounts.

What are the benefits of consuming Kerala Ayurveda's Organic Red Rice?

Rice is a staple food in many countries and provides billions of people around the world with an inexpensive, nutritious source of energy. There are many varieties of this popular grain that differ in color, flavor, and nutritional value. Red rice varieties, such as Himalayan red rice and Thai red cargo rice, are deeply pigmented and contain an impressive array of nutrients and beneficial plant compounds.

This type of rice, ie. red rice is higher in protein and fiber than white rice varieties, but where it really shines is in its antioxidant content. It is packed with flavonoid antioxidants, including the anthocyanins apigenin, myricetin, and quercetin. Red rice also has significantly more potential to fight free radicals and contains higher concentrations of flavonoid antioxidants than brown rice. Flavonoids can help decrease inflammation in the body, keep free radical levels in check, and may reduce the risk of chronic conditions, such as heart disease and type 2 diabetes.

Kerala Ayurveda's Organic Red Rice possess the following health benefits: 

• Contains antioxidants to counteract free radicals
• Can help to lower high cholesterol
• Can help prevent heart disease
• May lower blood glucose levels 
• Helps in reducing the  risk of obesity
• Helps in fighting asthma
• It is rich in fiber
• Eating organic red rice can help to increase bone strength