Great Value Long Grain Enriched Rice 20 lb
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Summary
This product consists of enriched long grain rice, which is a processed food due to the addition of vitamins and minerals. While the enrichment process adds nutritional value, it also increases the processing level, which limits the score. The ingredient list is clean with no harmful additives, but the processing level prevents it from achieving a higher rating.
At a glance
Key ingredients 5
Long grain riceNeutral
Long grain rice is a staple carbohydrate source with minimal processing. It provides energy primarily through carbohydrates. It lacks significant micronutrients unless enriched.
Benefits
Provides a source of carbohydrates for energy. Can be part of a balanced diet when combined with other nutrient-rich foods.
Ferric phosphateNeutral
Ferric phosphate is used to enrich rice with iron, an essential mineral. It helps prevent iron deficiency anemia. The bioavailability of iron from ferric phosphate can vary.
Risks
Excessive iron intake can lead to toxicity, but this is unlikely from typical consumption levels.
Benefits
Helps increase iron intake, supporting oxygen transport and energy metabolism.
NiacinNeutral
Niacin is a B vitamin added to enriched rice to support metabolic processes. It plays a role in converting food into energy. Enrichment helps prevent deficiencies in populations with limited dietary diversity.
Benefits
Supports energy metabolism and overall cellular function.
Thiamine mononitrateNeutral
Thiamine mononitrate is a form of vitamin B1 used to fortify rice. It is essential for carbohydrate metabolism and nerve function. Fortification helps prevent thiamine deficiency, especially in diets high in refined grains.
Benefits
Supports energy production and nerve function.
Folic acidNeutral
Folic acid is a synthetic form of folate, a B vitamin important for DNA synthesis and repair. It is added to enriched rice to prevent neural tube defects in developing fetuses. Fortification is particularly beneficial for women of childbearing age.
Risks
Excessive intake of folic acid can mask vitamin B12 deficiency symptoms.
Benefits
Supports cell division and is crucial during periods of rapid growth, such as pregnancy.
Processing
Processed Foods
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