At a glance
Summary
This product is a processed form of rice that includes added vitamins and minerals, which enhances its nutritional profile. However, the processing level and the use of enriched ingredients rather than whole grains limit its health benefits compared to minimally processed whole grains. The lack of harmful additives is a positive aspect, but the processing level prevents it from achieving a higher score.
Key ingredients 10
NiacinamideGood
Vitamin B3 — evidence-backed skin and metabolic benefits.
Benefits
Supports energy metabolism and skin health.
NiacinGood
Beneficial ingredient — whole-food or functional value in this product class.
Risks
High doses can cause flushing, but this is unlikely from fortified foods.
Benefits
Supports energy metabolism and skin health.
Enriched Parboiled Long Grain RiceNeutral
This ingredient is a processed form of rice that has been partially boiled in the husk. The enrichment process adds back some nutrients lost during processing, such as iron and B vitamins. However, it lacks the fiber and nutrients found in whole grain rice.
Benefits
Provides a source of carbohydrates and some essential vitamins and minerals due to enrichment.
RiceNeutral
Rice is a staple carbohydrate source that provides energy. It is minimally processed but lacks the fiber and nutrients of whole grain varieties. White rice is often enriched to replace some lost nutrients.
Benefits
Provides a quick source of energy and is easy to digest.
Ferric OrthophosphateNeutral
Ferric orthophosphate is an iron supplement used to fortify foods. It helps prevent iron deficiency anemia. It is a synthetic form of iron added to processed foods.
Risks
Excessive iron intake can lead to toxicity, but this is unlikely from fortified foods alone.
Benefits
Helps prevent iron deficiency and supports oxygen transport in the body.
Thiamine HydrochlorideNeutral
Thiamine hydrochloride is a form of vitamin B1 used to fortify foods. It is essential for energy metabolism and nerve function. This synthetic vitamin is added to replace nutrients lost during processing.
Benefits
Supports energy metabolism and nerve function.
Folic AcidNeutral
Folic acid is a synthetic form of vitamin B9 used to fortify foods. It is crucial for DNA synthesis and cell division. Added to processed foods to prevent deficiencies.
Risks
Excessive intake can mask vitamin B12 deficiency, but this is unlikely from fortified foods alone.
Benefits
Supports DNA synthesis and is important for pregnant women to prevent neural tube defects.
ThiamineNeutral
Thiamine is a natural form of vitamin B1 essential for energy metabolism. It is often added to foods to replace nutrients lost during processing. Supports nerve function and energy production.
Benefits
Essential for energy metabolism and nerve function.
IronNeutral
Iron is an essential mineral that supports oxygen transport in the body. It is often added to foods to prevent deficiencies. Important for preventing anemia.
Risks
Excessive iron intake can lead to toxicity, but this is unlikely from fortified foods alone.
Benefits
Supports oxygen transport and prevents iron deficiency anemia.
FolateNeutral
Folate is a natural form of vitamin B9 important for DNA synthesis and cell division. It is often added to foods to prevent deficiencies. Crucial for pregnant women to prevent neural tube defects.
Benefits
Supports DNA synthesis and cell division.
Processing
Processed Foods
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