At a glance
Summary
This product consists of enriched long grain rice, which is minimally processed and primarily composed of a single ingredient. The enrichment with vitamins and minerals like niacin, iron, and folic acid enhances its nutritional profile without introducing harmful additives. Its low processing level and absence of artificial ingredients contribute to a high health score.
Key ingredients 5
NiacinGood
Beneficial ingredient — whole-food or functional value in this product class.
Benefits
Supports energy metabolism and skin health. Helps prevent niacin deficiency.
RiceNeutral
Rice is a staple carbohydrate source that provides energy. It is minimally processed and does not contain additives. However, it lacks significant micronutrients and fiber compared to whole grains.
Benefits
Provides a source of carbohydrates for energy. It is gluten-free and easily digestible.
IronNeutral
Iron is an essential mineral added to enriched rice to prevent anemia. It plays a crucial role in oxygen transport in the blood. The form used, ferric orthophosphate, is commonly used in food fortification.
Risks
Excessive iron intake can lead to toxicity, but this is unlikely from fortified foods alone.
Benefits
Prevents iron deficiency anemia and supports oxygen transport in the body.
Thiamine mononitrateNeutral
Thiamine mononitrate is a form of vitamin B1 added to enriched rice to enhance its nutritional value. It is vital for carbohydrate metabolism and nerve function. Enrichment helps prevent thiamine deficiency, especially in populations with limited dietary diversity.
Benefits
Supports carbohydrate metabolism and nerve function. Helps prevent thiamine deficiency.
Folic acidNeutral
Folic acid is a synthetic form of vitamin B9 added to enriched rice to support cell division and prevent neural tube defects. It is crucial for DNA synthesis and repair. Fortification helps reduce the risk of birth defects in populations with low dietary folate intake.
Risks
Excessive folic acid intake can mask vitamin B12 deficiency, but this is unlikely from fortified foods alone.
Benefits
Supports cell division and DNA synthesis. Helps prevent neural tube defects during pregnancy.
Processing
Unprocessed or Minimally Processed Foods
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