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What is the difference between white rice and brown rice?
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Brown rice has the outer hull removed, but still retains the bran layers which are rich in minerals and vitamins, especially the B-complex group, It is 100% whole grain food, and high in dietary fiber. Because of the oil in the bran layer, refrigerator or freezer storage is recommended for longer shelf life. Enriched white rice has the outer husk removed and the layer of bran milled away until the grain is white. It is enriched with thiamin, niacin and iron and fortified with folic acid. |
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Is brown rice a 100-percent whole grain?
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YES! |
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Which is better nutritionally – white rice or brown rice?
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The answer is BOTH !
Compared to people who don’t eat rice, rice eaters:
• Consume less added sugar and fat;
• Consume more nutrients, such as folic acid, potassium and iron which are contained in rice products;
• Are less likely to be overweight or have an increased waist circumference;
• Have 34% reduced risk of having high blood pressure; and
• Have 21% reduced risk of metabolic syndrome. |
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Should I just switch from white rice to brown rice?
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Both enriched white and whole grain brown rice are important in a balanced diet. Eating more whole grains is great, but not at the expense of enriched grains – the best nutrition option is to make room for both. The March of Dimes and Centers for Disease Control and Prevention said that the push for whole grains may be having an unintended consequence: women are not getting sufficient folic acid, which undermines the progress that’s been made in decreasing birth defects since mandatory fortification began. White rice, like other enriched grains, is fortified with folic acid; and brown rice is great-tasting, versatile whole grain option that can easily help people meet their whole grain consumption goals. Both have a role in a healthy diet! |
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Does JAZZMEN aromatic brown rice need to be soaked?
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Normally you need to soak the brown rice for a bit ( say one to two hours). However, it’s easy to cook JAZZMEN Aromatic Brown Rice, you don’t need to soak the rice, just adjust the water to rice ratio with 2 or 3 cups of water to 1 cup of rice, depends on your desired texture. It's quick and easy to cook! |
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Where is JAZZMEN Rice come from?
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Louisiana, USA. |
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What does the “Grown in the USA” logo stand for?
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This logo, developed by the USA Rice Federation for use on packaging containing rice grown and packaged in the USA. |
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Is JAZZMEN Rice a long grain aromatic rice?
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YES! 100% jasmine rice. |
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Is JAZZMEN Rice a non-GMO rice product?
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YES! |
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Is JAZZMEN Rice sodium-, gluten- and cholesterol-free?
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YES! |
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Does JAZZMEN Rice contain trans fat?
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NO! |
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How many 28oz bags in one case?
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12 bags in one case. |
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