White Rice
Rice is a great source of energy and protein. However, some grains are difficult to digest. Rice that contain high levels of fiber such as brown rice, can cause digestive conditions such as diarrhea, bloating and gas.
Black or red rice are example of grains that can be digested easily. Enriched white rice will have increased number of vitamins and minerals, which increase its nutritional value.
Half a cup of long grain, dry, brown rice contains:
- 300 calories
- 2 g of protein
- 88 (mg) of iron
- 6 g of protein
- 64 g of carbohydrate
Half a cup of enriched, dry, medium, white rice contains:
- 337 calories
- 6 g of protein
- 2 g of fiber
- 4 mg of protein