Jasmine Rice

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Is Jasmine Rice healthy?

Jasmine 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 is a processed food containing sunflower oil, which is a seed oil high in omega-6 fatty acids that can promote inflammation if consumed in excess.

How processed is Jasmine Rice?

Jasmine Rice is NOVA Group 3: Processed Foods.

Which ingredients drive Jasmine 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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Jasmine Rice

Tesco
65 Fair

Analysis updated August 2026 · How Scout scores

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Beneficial ingredients 0
Harmful ingredients 1
Category Rice
Summary

This product is a processed food containing sunflower oil, which is a seed oil high in omega-6 fatty acids that can promote inflammation if consumed in excess. While jasmine rice itself is a nutritious grain, the addition of sunflower oil and salt increases the processing level, which limits the overall health score. The presence of seed oil and the processed nature of the product prevent it from achieving a higher rating.

Key ingredients 3

Cooked Jasmine Rice
Neutral

Cooked Jasmine Rice is a staple carbohydrate source with a mild flavor. It is minimally processed and provides energy primarily through carbohydrates. However, it lacks significant amounts of protein, fiber, or micronutrients.

Benefits

Provides a quick source of energy due to its carbohydrate content. It is easy to digest and can be part of a balanced diet.

Salt
Neutral

Salt is used to enhance flavor and preserve food. It is a common ingredient in many processed foods. While necessary for bodily functions, excessive intake can lead to health issues such as hypertension.

Risks

Excessive consumption can lead to high blood pressure and related health issues.

Benefits

Essential for maintaining fluid balance and nerve function in the body.

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Sunflower Oil
Very Bad

Sunflower Oil is a seed oil high in omega-6 fatty acids, which can promote inflammation if consumed in excess. It is often extracted using high heat and chemicals, which may degrade its nutritional quality. Compared to healthier oils like olive or avocado oil, it offers fewer health benefits.

Risks

High omega-6 content may promote inflammation when consumed in excess. The extraction process can introduce harmful compounds.

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Processing

Group 3 · Processed

Processed Foods

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