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Whole grain brown rice

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Is Whole grain brown rice healthy?

Whole grain brown rice scores 65/100 on Scout's independent analysis of ingredients, additives, and lab results — a fair-to-good score — solid, with tradeoffs. This product contains whole grain parboiled brown rice, which is a nutritious ingredient providing fiber and essential nutrients.

How processed is Whole grain brown rice?

Whole grain brown rice is NOVA Group 2: Processed Culinary Ingredients.

Which ingredients drive Whole grain brown rice's score?

In Scout's ingredient-by-ingredient analysis, Whole grain parboiled brown rice counts in its favor; Canola oil is flagged as an ingredient of concern. The full breakdown, with why each one matters, is in the Key ingredients section on this page.

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Whole grain brown rice

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65 Fair

Analysis updated July 2026 · How Scout scores

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At a glance

Beneficial ingredients 1
Harmful ingredients 1
Owned by Kroger
Category Rice
Summary

This product contains whole grain parboiled brown rice, which is a nutritious ingredient providing fiber and essential nutrients. However, the presence of canola oil, a seed oil high in omega-6 fatty acids, introduces a significant health concern due to its potential to promote inflammation and disrupt the omega-3 to omega-6 balance. The processing level is moderate, which also affects the overall healthiness of the product.

Key ingredients 3

Whole grain parboiled brown rice
Good

Whole grain parboiled brown rice is a nutritious whole grain providing fiber and essential nutrients. Parboiling retains more nutrients compared to regular milling. It supports digestive health and provides sustained energy.

Benefits

Rich in fiber and essential nutrients, supporting digestive health and providing sustained energy.

Water
Neutral

Water is a neutral ingredient used as a solvent and cooking medium. It does not contribute any calories or nutrients to the product. It is essential for the cooking process of rice.

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Canola oil
Very Bad

Canola oil is a seed oil high in omega-6 fatty acids, which may promote inflammation when consumed in excess. It is often highly processed, involving refining and bleaching. Its high omega-6 content can disrupt the omega-3 to omega-6 balance in the diet.

Risks

High omega-6 content may promote inflammation when consumed in excess.

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Processing

Group 2 · Culinary ingredients

Processed Culinary Ingredients

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