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"Throughout history, rice has remained an important food staple. It supports
the nutritional needs of more than half of the global population.
While you might be familiar with a handful of types, there are more than 40,000
different varieties of cultivated rice – a testament to the diversity and
adaptability of this staple crop.
Rice, much like other grains, is the edible starchy kernel of a grass plant. In
fact, the vast majority of rice varieties (although not all) belong to just one
species – Oryza sativa.
If you have ever found yourself at the supermarket, overwhelmed by the number
of rice options available, you are not alone. From aromatic Thai “jasmine” rice
used in curries, to the “basmati” rice of India and the sticky “arborio” for
making creamy Italian risotto, each variety, or cultivar, is distinguished by
its grain length, shape and colour.
Each cultivar also has its own flavour, texture and unique nutrient properties.
To make things more complicated, some varieties are higher in anthyocyanins –
antioxidants that protect the body’s cells from damage. These rice varieties
are known by their colour – for example, red or black rice."
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*** Xanni ***
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mailto:xanni@xanadu.net Andrew Pam
http://xanadu.com.au/ Chief Scientist, Xanadu
https://glasswings.com.au/ Partner, Glass Wings
https://sericyb.com.au/ Manager, Serious Cybernetics
