Black Rice Beats Blueberries
BLACK RICE BEATS BLUEBERRIES FOR ANTIOXIDANT POWER
A study has found that black rice serves as a highly economical alternative to blueberries and blackberries, touted for their antioxidant punch.
Researchers report that a spoonful of black rice bran contains more health-promoting anthocyanin antioxidants than are found in a spoonful of pricey blueberries or blackberries, as well as containing more fiber and vitamin E antioxidants – but with less sugar.
Anthocyanin antioxidants show promise for fighting heart disease, cancer and other diseases. Black rice could be consumed in rice form, or the black rice bran could be used as an additive for cereals, beverages or other foods. Also, the pigments in black rice can be used to produce a variety of colors from pink to black and may provide an alternative to artificial food colorants.
Several studies have linked some artificial colorants to cancer, behavioral problems in children, and other health problems.
This study was presented at 8:30am (ET) on Thursday, August 26, 2010 at the American Chemical Society’s national meeting in Boston. It has not yet been published in a peer-reviewed journal.
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