BROWN RICE

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Is BROWN RICE healthy?

BROWN 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 contains organic whole grain brown rice, which is a nutritious ingredient providing essential nutrients and fiber.

How processed is BROWN RICE?

BROWN RICE is NOVA Group 3: Processed Foods.

Which ingredients drive BROWN RICE's score?

In Scout's ingredient-by-ingredient analysis, Organic Whole Grain Brown Rice counts in its favor; Organic 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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BROWN RICE

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65 Fair

Analysis updated August 2026 · How Scout scores

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Beneficial ingredients 1
Harmful ingredients 1
Owned by Mars
Category Rice
Summary

This product contains organic whole grain brown rice, which is a nutritious ingredient providing essential nutrients and fiber. However, the inclusion of organic sunflower oil, a seed oil high in omega-6 fatty acids, raises health concerns due to its potential to promote inflammation. The processing level of this product also limits its score, as it is not minimally processed.

Key ingredients 3

Organic Whole Grain Brown Rice
Good

Organic whole grain brown rice is a nutritious whole grain providing essential nutrients and fiber. Being organic, it is free from synthetic pesticides and fertilizers. It supports digestive health and provides a steady source of energy.

Benefits

Rich in fiber, vitamins, and minerals, supporting digestive health and providing sustained energy.

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Water
Neutral

Water is a neutral ingredient with no direct nutritional impact. It is used as a solvent and carrier in food products. There are no processing concerns associated with water in this context.

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Organic Sunflower Oil
Very Bad

Sunflower oil is classified as a seed oil, which is high in omega-6 fatty acids and can promote inflammation when consumed in excess. The extraction process often involves high heat and chemicals, which can degrade nutritional quality. Despite being organic, it still poses health concerns due to its fatty acid profile.

Risks

High omega-6 content may promote inflammation and imbalance in fatty acid intake.

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Processing

Group 3 · Processed

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