The rice is the staple food of South Indians.There are many types of rice. Each type of rice has its own health benefits.
In daily life most people are using only ordinary variety of rice for cooking. Those ordinary varieties of white rices are often used not only at homes but also in shops and large hotels. The main reason for this is the lack of awareness among the people about the health benefits of many types of rice.
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| Variety of Rices |
To get good health benefits of traditional variety of rices we can use them at least twice a week. Because, most people are not ready to avoid ordinary white rice. The main reason is that ordinary cooked rice would be softer than the cooked traditional rice. Let us see about amazing health benefits of traditional rices.
Many varieties of rice and health benefits
There are many types of traditional rice. The main types of these are Kavuni, Red, Bamboo, Kullakarar, Kaatuyanam, Karunkuruvai, Bride Groom, Kaikuthal, Annamazahagi, Iluppai Poo samba, Kallurundai samba, Kichili samba, quail samba, Mushroom samba and so on..
Kavuni Rice
In ancient times kings used to eat this rice and hence it gets also the name, 'King's Rice'. Though it looks black in color, it turns into purple after cooking. The reason is the antioxidant content in it. This rice also contains calcium which is essential for bone growth and fiber which helps in digestion. The other nutrients are iron and anthocyanins.
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Anthocyanin prevents the formation of bad fats and cancer. It also helps people with diabetes get the nutrition they need. Of course, it contains all essential nutrients for the physical development of children. People with high blood pressure can find good results if they frequently eat this rice.
This type of rice prevents issues like heart disease, asthma and joint pain. Rice bran oil comes from it protects against the accumulation of bad fats in the body.
Red Rice
The iron content in this rice will be good for increasing blood. It also helps for the healthy growth of fetus .
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Women can avoid menopause problems by eating it frequently. Gives immunity power to the elder people. Rich fiber content can help to prevent obesity.
Bamboo rice
This is also a high nutritious rice. People get it from matured bamboo aging about 60 years. Rice-producing bamboos will die after producing rice. In ancient times kings loved to eat this to have good energy in the body.
This is high in protein, magnesium, copper, zinc and thiamine and helps to cure knee, joint pain, hip pain etc. It also prevents obesity and bad fat problems. Problems such as infertility are gone when one eats it frequently.
Sometimes it is not advisable for pregnant women as it gives more heat to the body. People with high blood cholesterol and diabetes can also prefer this.
Kullakarar Rice
It is a year-round rice crop. Iron and zinc are important nutrients in this variety of rice. It prevents the accumulation of bad fats in the body and protects against high blood pressure. It helps maintaining skin health and prevent mature appearance. Slow digestion reduces the feeling of hunger and hence prevents over weight.
Kaatuyanam Rice
It is so called because the crop grows in such a height that even one can not notice an elephant inside the field. It is rich in calcium which helps in bone growth. It also increases immunity power of children. This variety of rice can be a good choice for diabetics. It also prevents skin diseases and deadly diseases like cancer.
Karunkuruvai Rice
It contains every nutrient that is responsible for good health. It is also an ideal food for those who have diabetes and want to lose body weight. It will reduce side effects by toxins and protects the body health.
Bride Groom Rice
It is also a variety of red rice contains vitamins and minerals like calcium, iron and zinc which are essential for good health. It gets the the name as it helps newly married couple to enjoy a healthy and happy life. Increases immunity power and protects one from many diseases. It is also a good diet for diabetics as it strengthens nerves and boosts energy.
Kaikuthal Rice
It provides energy for those who are so weak due to diseases. Gives immunity to the children and children and is responsible for healthy life. People with diabetes will only feel slow rise in blood sugar levels. So, it is an ideal food for diabetics.
Annamazhagi Rice
It is the sweetest rice variety in the world. Promotes health by reducing bile and body heat. The mixture of yoghurt and cooked rice will be a good remedy for kidney infection and diarhhea. High levels of antioxidants help in the prevention of cancer.
Iluppai Poo Samba Rice
This variety of rice will be ready for harvest within 5 months after planting. Cures bile related diseases and body heat. It provides all vitamins and minerals for good health. Calcium, Zinc and Iron are main nutrients . It prevents diseases like stroke, arthritis and neurasthenia.
Why are Traditional Rices so Healthy?
These variety of rices do not require any fertilizers and pesticides to cultivate. As they are naturally immune, we also have immunity power when we consume these. Since they contains nutrients many times more than ordinary rice, they can strengthen body and improve health.
Apart from this, these are drought tolerant and grow even in arid areas. Farmers can get more profits as they need not buy fertilizers and pesticides.
How can we use them in daily life?
We can prefer any one of the varieties for cooking rice for lunch. But, the problem is as already told they will not be soft like ordinary white rice. However, one can use them for at least twice a week for lunch to get good health benefits.
Apart from lunch, we can prepare idly or dosai by using these rice instead of regular one. Even, we can make some tasty recipes like paniyaram by using these variety of rices.
The Price of Traditional Rices
The price of traditional rices will be some what higher than ordinary ones because of less production. Generally they cost around Rs 80 per kg. However, kavuni rice cost little higher at Rs 200 per Kg. Bamboo rice is naturally very rare to get and the price of that rice will be around Rs 500 per Kg.
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