Black rice has diverse functions and benefits, and is known as the “black pearl” and the “king of rice in the world”. The following are the main functions and benefits of black rice:
1、 Supplementing nutrition
Rich nutritional content: Black rice is rich in protein, carbohydrates, B vitamins, vitamin E, calcium, phosphorus, potassium, magnesium, iron, zinc and other nutrients, as well as special ingredients such as vitamin C, chlorophyll, anthocyanins, carotenoids and cardiac glycosides that rice lacks.
High nutritional value: Black rice contains 1-3 times more minerals such as manganese and zinc than rice, making it a rare and nutritious food.
2、 Preventing anemia
Rich in iron: Black rice is rich in iron, and consuming black rice has a certain effect on relieving and improving anemia.
Nourishing Yin and Tonifying Kidney: Traditional Chinese medicine believes that black rice has the effects of nourishing yin and kidney, strengthening spleen and warming liver, improving vision and promoting blood circulation, and is suitable for anemia patients.
3、 Tonifying kidney and black hair
- Improving hair quality: The nutrients in black rice help improve hair quality, making hair black and shiny.
Nourishing the liver and kidneys: Traditional Chinese medicine believes that black rice can be used to treat symptoms such as premature graying of hair caused by liver and kidney deficiency.
4、 Anti aging
Rich in anthocyanins: The outer layer of black rice contains anthocyanin pigments, which have strong antioxidant properties and can eliminate free radicals in the body, delaying aging.
Preventing arteriosclerosis: Black rice is rich in flavonoid active substances, which have a significant effect on preventing arteriosclerosis.
5、 Control blood sugar levels
Rich in dietary fiber: Black rice has a high content of dietary fiber, which can reduce the digestion speed of starch and help stabilize blood sugar levels. - Suitable for diabetes patients: therefore, black rice is suitable for diabetes patients as part of their diet.
6、 Lowering blood pressure
Rich in minerals such as potassium and magnesium: The potassium and magnesium minerals in black rice help control blood pressure and reduce the risk of cardiovascular and cerebrovascular diseases.
7、 Promote digestion - Improving constipation: The dietary fiber in black rice can promote intestinal peristalsis, increase stool volume, and help improve constipation problems.
8、 Other benefits
Enhance immunity: The nutrients in black rice help to improve the body’s immunity and enhance its resistance. - Appetizer benefits: Black rice has the effect of stimulating appetite and is suitable for people with loss of appetite.
Precautions for consumption
Moderate consumption: Although black rice is nutritious, it should also be consumed in moderation as excessive consumption may cause gastrointestinal discomfort.
Special populations: Children with weak digestive function and the elderly, weak, and sick are prone to acute gastroenteritis after overeating, and should be consumed with caution. Pregnant women can consume it in moderation to improve iron deficiency anemia and enhance their physical fitness. Infants and young children should consume black rice with caution, as the outer seed coat of black rice is tough and difficult to digest.
In summary, black rice is a nutritious and versatile food, and moderate consumption is beneficial for physical health.