Thai rice, the world’s finest grain, is packed with varieties of nutrients, such as carbohydrate, protein, and vitamins, and its famous properties of therapeutic nutrition. These benefits are widely recognized by most Thais and Asians, who consume rice as staple food. Now, the trend of rice consumption is spreading to the whole world, together with the trend of healthy diet.
◆ Health Benefits from the Nutrients in the Grain ◆
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Carbohydrate Provides energy and warmth to the body.
Protein Promotes body growth and tissue repair.
Fiber Help with digestion, prevents constipation.
Vitamin B1, B2, B6 Helps prevent beriberi and canker sores, regenerates.
Vitamin E Enriches the skin.
Niacin Helps regulate the nervous system and nourishes the skin.
Iron Helps prevent anemia and body deterioration.
Calcium Helps strengthen bone mass, prevents osteoporosis.
Phosphorus Helps prevent osteoporosis and rickets.
Magnesium Helps with protein synthesis and regulates hormone regeneration.
Potassium Helps control balance of liquids in the body and regulates heartbeats.
Beta Carotene Nourishes skin and eyes.
Lutein Helps with eyesight and visibility, prevents colon cancer.
Zinc Promotes the body growth.
Copper Helps with red blood cell formation.
Folate Helps regulate the nervous system, nourishes skin, eyes, mouth, and liver.
Polyphenols Stimulates the immune system, reduces risks of diabetes and high blood pressure.
Gamma Oryzanol Reduces clogging of blood vessels, and stress level, helps treat menopausal
symptoms.
Antioxidants Helps slow down ageing reduces risks of heart disease and cancer.
