Black Rice

Black Rice is the most nutritious, having the highest content of protein and fiber and being rich in many nutrients. It is known in Ayurveda as Njavara and is found to be one of the best medicinal foods for the months of July and August.

Ayurveda also uses black rice to cure eye, nerve and muscle related diseases and as an aid in panchakarma treatment. Holistic healers find black rice a valuable tool in their arsenal of healthy foods not only for its nutritional value but because it has a low glycemic index, has almost no fat content and is free of gluten and wheat. 

9 Benefits and Uses of Black Rice

1. Good source of several nutrients                                         

2. Rich in antioxidants                                                                   

3. May boost heart health                                                           

4. May have anticancer properties                                           

5. May support eye health                                                           

6. Naturally gluten-free                                                               

7. May aid weight loss                                                                   

8. Lower blood sugar levels                                                         

9. May decrease your risk of non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD).