Classic Basmati Rice

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Is Classic Basmati Rice healthy?

Classic Basmati 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 sunflower oil, which is a seed oil known for its high omega-6 fatty acid content and potential inflammatory effects.

How processed is Classic Basmati Rice?

Classic Basmati Rice is NOVA Group 3: Processed Foods.

Which ingredients drive Classic Basmati Rice's score?

In Scout's ingredient-by-ingredient analysis, Sunflower 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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Classic Basmati Rice

Worldwide Foods
60 Fair

Analysis updated August 2026 · How Scout scores

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Beneficial ingredients 0
Harmful ingredients 1
Owned by Alam Brothers
Category Rice
Summary

This product contains sunflower oil, which is a seed oil known for its high omega-6 fatty acid content and potential inflammatory effects. The presence of this oil, along with the processing level, limits the healthiness of the product despite the simplicity of the other ingredients. The processing involved in the product and the use of sunflower oil prevent it from achieving a higher score.

Key ingredients 3

Water
Neutral

Water is a neutral ingredient with no direct nutritional impact. It is used as a medium for cooking and does not contribute calories or nutrients. It is essential for hydration but does not provide additional health benefits in this context.

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Basmati rice
Neutral

Basmati rice is a staple carbohydrate source with a moderate glycemic index. It provides energy primarily through carbohydrates and contains minimal protein and fat. While it is a good source of energy, it lacks significant micronutrients.

Risks

Excessive consumption may contribute to high blood sugar levels due to its carbohydrate content.

Benefits

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

Sunflower oil
Very Bad

Sunflower oil is classified as a seed oil with a high omega-6 fatty acid content. It is often highly processed and can contribute to inflammation when consumed in excess. The extraction process typically involves high heat and chemicals, which can degrade nutritional quality.

Risks

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

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Processing

Group 3 · Processed

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