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Dry Short Grain Brown Rice

Dry short grain brown rice is a whole grain rice that retains its bran and germ, giving it a chewier texture and nuttier flavor than white rice. It provides complex carbohydrates and modest amounts of fiber, vitamins, and minerals.

Beneficial properties

whole grain source of complex carbohydrates contains dietary fiber provides sustained energy naturally gluten-free

Nutritional highlights

Brown rice provides carbohydrates, fiber, manganese, magnesium, selenium, and small amounts of B vitamins.

Caution. Brown rice can contain more arsenic than many other grains, so frequent large servings should be varied with other grains, especially for young children and during pregnancy.

Conditions it helps with

Constipation
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Diabetes (Type 1 & Type 2)
Includes: Diabetes Type 2
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Diabetes (Type 2)
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Gluten Intolerance (Celiac)
Includes: Celiac Disease
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