White Rice Vs Brown Rice

 

White Rice

Calorie (1 cup-150 gm) = 200 KCal

Carbohydrates- 53gm

Proteins - 4.3 gm

Fat - less than 0.5 gm

Fibre - less than 1gm 

Brown Rice

Calorie (1 cup-150 gm) = 216 KCal

Carbohydrates- 45gm

Proteins - 5.03gm

Fat- 1.75gm

Fibre- 3.57gm

Brown rice is a whole grain. It contains more overall nutrition than white rice.

A milling process removes the rice’s husk, bran, and germ. This process increases white rice’s shelf life but removes much of its nutrition, including fiber, vitamins, and minerals.

Brown rice is an excellent source of  manganese , while white rice is not. Manganese is a mineral that is essential for energy production and antioxidant function. 

Brown rice is a good source of selenium, which plays an integral role in thyroid hormone production, antioxidant protection, and immune function. Selenium also works with vitamin E to protect cells from cancer.

Unlike white rice, brown rice is typically a good source of magnesium. The average serving of cooked brown rice, about 1/2 cup, can provide about 11 % of your daily recommended amount of magnesium.

By,

Dr.Renju T George,

India.