Day 1 Of 8 Benefits Of Black Rice

Black rice also called forbidden or purple rice, it belongs
to the Oryza sativa L. species.  It gets its black purple
color from a pigment called anthocyanin, which has
potent antioxidant properties.
Here is one of its many benefits.

Compared with other types of rice, black rice is
highest in protein.
Per 3 1/2 ounces, contains 9 grams of protein,
compared with 7 grams for brown rice.
It is a great source of iron.
A 1/4 cup serving of uncooked black rice provides:

• Calories-160
• Fat- 1.5 grams
• Protein- 4 grams
• Carbs- 34 grams
• Fiber- 1 gram
• Iron- 6% of the Daily Value