Black rice

Black Jasmine Rice has many names such as Black Jasmine Rice, Black Jasmine Rice, and Black Jasmine Rice. It is a rice variety similar to brown rice, which has been improved from short black sticky rice from China. Black Jasmine Rice has a very high protein and iron content.

General characteristics of Black Jasmine Rice

Black Jasmine Rice is a rice variety that has been selected and developed until it has clear, long grains, dark purple or natural black color, sweet taste, soft and sticky texture. When cooked, it is light purple. Black Jasmine Rice has a unique characteristic of being very fragrant. It can be grown all year round, grows well in tillers, and is not sensitive to light. However, it is a rice variety that is susceptible to diseases and pests.

Benefits of Black Jasmine Rice

Black Jasmine Rice is a rice variety that is rich in complete nutritional value, more than other colored rice. Compared to general rice, Black Jasmine Rice has a higher nutritional value by 7 times. The most prominent benefit is that it contains Proanthocyanidin, which is an antioxidant that is more effective than vitamins C and E. It also helps control weight because it is 35 times sweeter than sugar.


Properties of Black Jasmine Rice

Black Jasmine rice is rich in many nutrients that the body needs, such as carbohydrates, protein, vitamin E, vitamin B, calcium, iron, zinc, rice bran oil, antioxidants, dietary fiber, anthocyanin, unsaturated fatty acids, omega 3 and phosphorus. These nutrients help nourish the brain, eyes, hair and prevent many diseases such as colon cancer, stomach cancer, beriberi, anemia, heart disease, etc. It also helps the circulation of capillaries, the functioning of the brain and muscle systems, and reduces clogged fat in the blood vessels.


Therefore, Black Jasmine rice is very suitable for health-conscious people and those who want to lose weight. In addition, Black Jasmine rice is also suitable for the health of city people who have to live amidst toxic pollution.


Currently, Black Jasmine rice is popularly processed for use in the food industry, such as various snacks, crackers, cookies, Black Jasmine rice drinks, Black Jasmine coffee, and it is also processed into Black Jasmine rice nourishing cream, Black Jasmine rice acne cream, Black Jasmine rice soap, Black Jasmine rice shampoo and conditioner.