At a glance
Summary
This product is a processed food due to the enrichment process, which includes added vitamins and minerals like niacin, iron, thiamine, and folic acid. While these additions enhance its nutritional profile, the processing level limits its score compared to minimally processed whole grains. The absence of harmful additives or seed oils supports a relatively high score within its category.
Key ingredients 6
NiacinGood
Beneficial ingredient — whole-food or functional value in this product class.
Benefits
Supports energy metabolism and helps maintain healthy skin and nerves.
Enriched Long Grain RiceNeutral
Enriched long grain rice is a staple carbohydrate source providing energy. It is fortified with essential vitamins and minerals to enhance nutritional value. The enrichment process helps address nutrient deficiencies in populations relying heavily on rice.
Benefits
Provides a source of carbohydrates for energy and is fortified with essential nutrients like iron and B vitamins.
RiceNeutral
Rice is a basic staple food providing carbohydrates and energy. It is minimally processed and does not contain additives. As a whole food, it is a neutral component in a balanced diet.
Benefits
Provides a source of carbohydrates and energy, supporting daily caloric needs.
Ferric OrthophosphateNeutral
Ferric orthophosphate is an iron compound used to fortify foods and prevent iron deficiency anemia. It is a common fortification agent in enriched products. Its inclusion is neutral as it serves a specific nutritional purpose.
Benefits
Helps prevent iron deficiency anemia by providing a source of dietary iron.
Thiamine MononitrateNeutral
Thiamine mononitrate is a form of vitamin B1 used to fortify foods and prevent deficiencies. It is essential for carbohydrate metabolism and nerve function. Its presence is neutral as it is a standard fortification practice.
Benefits
Supports carbohydrate metabolism and nerve function, preventing thiamine deficiency.
Folic AcidNeutral
Folic acid is a synthetic form of vitamin B9 used to fortify foods and prevent neural tube defects. It is crucial for DNA synthesis and cell division. Its inclusion is neutral as it is a common fortification practice.
Benefits
Essential for DNA synthesis and cell division, preventing neural tube defects in developing fetuses.
Processing
Processed Foods
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