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Is White rice healthy?

White rice scores 60/100 on Scout's independent analysis of ingredients, additives, and lab results — a fair-to-good score — solid, with tradeoffs. This product contains organic long grain white rice, which is a minimally processed staple carbohydrate.

How processed is White rice?

White rice is NOVA Group 3: Processed Foods.

Which ingredients drive White rice's score?

In Scout's ingredient-by-ingredient analysis, Organic Long Grain White Rice counts in its favor; Organic Sunflower Oil, Sunflower Lecithin are flagged as ingredients of concern. The full breakdown, with why each one matters, is in the Key ingredients section on this page.

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White rice

Wegmans Organic
60 Fair

Analysis updated October 2026 · How Scout scores

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At a glance

Beneficial ingredients 1
Harmful ingredients 2
Owned by Wegmans
Category Rice
Summary

This product contains organic long grain white rice, which is a minimally processed staple carbohydrate. However, the inclusion of sunflower oil, a seed oil high in omega-6 fatty acids, and sunflower lecithin, an emulsifier, increases the processing level and introduces potential health concerns. Despite being organic, these ingredients contribute to a higher level of processing, limiting the product's overall health score.

Key ingredients 5

Organic Long Grain White Rice
Good

Organic long grain white rice is a staple carbohydrate source with minimal processing. Being organic, it is free from synthetic pesticides and fertilizers. It provides energy and is easy to digest.

Benefits

Provides a source of carbohydrates for energy and is low in fat and sodium.

Water
Neutral

Water is a neutral ingredient used as a solvent or cooking medium. It does not contribute any calories or nutrients. It is essential for hydration but does not impact the nutritional profile of the product.

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Salt
Neutral

Salt is used to enhance flavor and preserve food. It is a source of sodium, which is essential for fluid balance and nerve function. However, excessive intake can lead to health issues such as hypertension.

Risks

Excessive sodium intake can lead to hypertension and cardiovascular issues.

Benefits

Provides essential sodium for maintaining fluid balance and nerve function.

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Sunflower Lecithin
Bad

Sunflower lecithin is an emulsifier used to improve texture and stability in processed foods. It is derived from sunflower seeds through a chemical extraction process. While it is less processed than soy lecithin, it still adds to the processed nature of the product.

Risks

May cause digestive issues in sensitive individuals.

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Organic Sunflower Oil
Very Bad

Sunflower oil is a seed oil high in omega-6 fatty acids, which can promote inflammation if consumed in excess. The oil is extracted through industrial processes that may involve high heat and chemicals. Organic certification ensures no synthetic pesticides, but the health concerns remain due to its fatty acid profile.

Risks

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

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Processing

Group 3 · Processed

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