Lotus Foods Organic Forbidden Rice, 11-Pound Bag

Lotus Foods Organic Forbidden Rice, 11-Pound Bag Review

Lotus Foods Organic Forbidden Rice, 11-Pound Bag Feature

• The Emperor's exclusive grain
• Cooks in just twenty minutes
• Whole grain and heart healthy
• High in iron and anthocyanins, antioxidants reputed to prevent cancer and many other diseases

Now grown organically, our most popular rice is fabled to enrich health and ensure longevity. This medium size heirloom rice is treasured for its delicious roasted nutty taste, soft texture and beautiful deep purple color. Extremely high in a class of flavonoid antioxidants called anthocyanins, Forbidden Rice is also rich in iron and, according to Chinese herbal medicine, considered to be a blood tonifier. A striking presence on any plate, this once forbidden indulgence is now a wholesome everyday rice. It pairs beautifully with all cuisines use it steamed plain, in a pilaf, stir fry, salad or pudding. A new study shows that a spoonful of black rice bran or 10 spoonfuls of cooked black rice contains the same amount of antioxidants as a spoonful of fresh blueberries. This rice provides the richest nutritional value providing a higher level of vitamins, minerals and fiber of any bran rice, as well as a comprehensive range of amino acids, proteins, vegetable fats and essential trace elements needed by the body.