At a glance
Summary
Enriched Long Grain White Rice is a processed food that includes added nutrients such as ferric phosphate, niacin, thiamine, and folic acid to enhance its nutritional profile. While these fortifications can be beneficial, the product is still a processed grain, which limits its score compared to whole, minimally processed grains. The processing level and lack of organic certification also contribute to a lower rating compared to more natural, whole grain options.
Key ingredients 5
NiacinGood
Beneficial ingredient — whole-food or functional value in this product class.
Risks
High doses of niacin can cause flushing and liver damage, but such levels are not typically found in fortified foods.
Benefits
Supports energy metabolism and overall cellular health.
Long grain riceNeutral
Long grain rice is a staple carbohydrate source with minimal processing. It provides energy primarily through carbohydrates. However, it lacks significant amounts of vitamins and minerals compared to whole grains.
Benefits
Provides a source of energy through carbohydrates and is easy to digest.
Ferric phosphateNeutral
Ferric phosphate is used as an iron fortification in foods. It helps prevent iron deficiency anemia. However, its bioavailability is lower compared to other forms of iron.
Risks
Excessive iron intake can lead to toxicity, but this is unlikely from fortified foods alone.
Benefits
Contributes to the prevention of iron deficiency anemia by providing a source of dietary iron.
Thiamine mononitrateNeutral
Thiamine mononitrate is a synthetic form of vitamin B1 used in food fortification. It is essential for energy metabolism and nerve function. Its inclusion helps prevent thiamine deficiency.
Benefits
Helps prevent thiamine deficiency and supports energy metabolism.
Folic acidNeutral
Folic acid is a synthetic form of vitamin B9 used to fortify foods. It is crucial for DNA synthesis and cell division. Its fortification helps prevent neural tube defects in developing fetuses.
Risks
Excessive intake can mask vitamin B12 deficiency, but this is rare with normal consumption.
Benefits
Supports DNA synthesis and is important for fetal development during pregnancy.
Processing
Processed Foods
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