Karuppu Kavuni / Black Kavuni Rice
It is commonly known by the name Emperor’s rice. It is also known as purple rice or Forbidden rice. The reason why this type of rice is called by royal terms is that, it enriches the health and ensures the longevity.
It is used to prepare varieties of desserts during ancient times. Earlier in those days, one has to get consent from the royals to consume it, as it is believed that it cures almost all the body related problems.
It is said that China was the first to use this type of rice. The black color pigmentation is due to the presence of anthocyanin in it, which is normally present in blueberries and blackberries. It has a nutty flavor.
Since they are very rich in phytonutrients, consuming it shields you from major risks of heart, intestinal problems, liver problems and much more.
Alternative Names: Forbidden rice| Karuppu Kavuni Arisi | Black Kavuni Rice
The duration required to yield: 175-190 days
Health Benefits:
- Black rice is highly rich in Fibre content
- This type of rice has highest level of antioxidants than any other type of rice variety. As we know antioxidants helps to fight the free radicals (Causes damages to the tissues and cells) which are released from the human body. It also reduces inflammation.
- Consuming black rice on regular basis, reduces the risk of Asthma
- It acts as a wonderful Detox for liver
- It also helps in prevention of diabetes.
- It absolutely reduces atherosclerosis – Consuming Black rice helps in removal of fatty materials which gets deposited in the inner walls of arteries. It also prevents the disease which arises due to this.
- It entirely controls the Hypertension
- It completely reduces cholesterol (LDL – Low-density Lipoprotein cholesterol, which is bad cholesterol)
- It helps in preventing Cancer
- It improves the digestive system
- It enhances the growth of hair and increases eye sight.
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