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Nutritional Science

The Rice
Revelation

Discover why black, brown, and red rice aren't just different, they're nutritionally worlds apart. A complete breakdown of proteins, minerals, and antioxidants that matter.

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Agriko Organic Farm

Published

January 5, 2025

Read Time

10 minutes

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Not all rice is created equal.

Nutritional Science

Black rice carries three times the fiber of brown rice. Red rice contains antioxidants you won't find in white. And when it comes to protein? Black rice wins by a landslide. This isn't marketing, it's science.

The Nutrient

Breakdown

Comprehensive Analysis
Nutritional Champion

Black Rice

9.0g
Protein
4.9g
Fiber
327mg
Anthocyanins
Mineral Master

Brown Rice

143mg
Magnesium
7.9g
Protein
68
Glycemic Index
Balanced Profile

Red Rice

7.2g
Protein
58
Glycemic Index
56mg
Proanthocyanidins
Quick Energy

White Rice

2.7g
Protein
0.4g
Fiber
73
Glycemic Index
Nutritional Champion

Black Rice:
Forbidden
No More

Known in ancient times as "Forbidden Rice" because it was reserved for the imperial court, black rice is the nutritional heavyweight champion. Its deep purple-black color comes from anthocyanins, the same powerful antioxidants found in blueberries.

  • 9g Protein

    Complete amino acid profile

  • 327mg Anthocyanins

    3x more than red rice

  • Low Glycemic Index

    Steady, sustained energy

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Black rice
Brown rice
Mineral Master

Brown Rice:
The Whole Grain

Brown rice keeps its bran and germ intact, where 80% of the nutrients live. It's the whole grain gold standard, delivering minerals your body desperately needs.

143mg

Magnesium

3.5g

Fiber

Balanced Choice

Red Rice

Red rice offers a perfect middle ground. Its proanthocyanidins (also found in cranberries) deliver antioxidant benefits with a more familiar taste profile than black rice.

Glycemic Index58
Iron Content2.2mg
Protein7.2g
Quick Energy

White Rice

White rice is processed to remove the bran and germ. It's ideal for rapid energy replenishment and easy digestion, but lacks the nutritional density of its pigmented cousins.

Glycemic Index73
Fiber0.4g
Protein2.7g

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