Red rice has beneficial properties. Tasty and healthy! The healing properties of red rice, as well as the rules for its preparation

14.05.2020

One of the rarest rice varieties is Rubin. It is grown on Russian territory by the only agro-industrial company Agro-Alliance. The special and excellent taste of this product can be appreciated by the most fastidious gourmets. Those who adhere to a healthy diet and diet are really lucky - after all, the red "Ruby" is very valuable and nutritious.

Features of red rice

Rice is indeed the most common used as food. You can find dishes from it in almost every national cuisine. In addition to the well-known white polished, there is a red variety, the main property of which is to reduce bad cholesterol... Unfortunately, very little is known about such rice.

On store shelves, polished and unpolished grain is usually found. This rice is brown or brown in appearance. It is not hard enough and does not boil well. Rice grits can be made up of round or long grains.

Red groats are divided into 2 types:

slightly polished;
unpolished.

The type of polished grain is subjected to a special yeast treatment method, during which it is filled with new qualities and acquires a recognizable red hue. Oddly enough, most of this product is used in China, India and Thailand. The reason is that the inhabitants of Asian countries cook it really tasty, use various methods and recipes. They do not care at all how the product affects cholesterol.

Little-known, but such a popular rice has been grown for a long time and have already managed to bring out more than one variety of red cereals:

red "Ruby";
Thai "Cargo";
French "Camargue";
Japanese;
Bhutanese.

Each variety is endowed with its own properties and characteristics. The differences are only in appearance. French red, for example, has short grains and a noticeable nutty flavor on the palate. Thai - rice sweet with jasmine aroma. A pinkish color with a pungent odor is noted in the Himalayan variety. The most useful of all is considered to be "Ruby" with a rich dark red hue, which explains its name. Having tasted once, they say that such a special taste is almost impossible to forget. These qualities allowed the product to be used in the process of so-called religious and occult rituals.

Rice "Ruby" has a variety of valuable qualities. Since in the process of industrial processing it is not subjected to grinding, the entire content of fiber and other useful elements is fully preserved.

Experts and foodies alike say that the smell of red rice is another feature. Interestingly, prolonged cooking affects its change.

Composition and calorie content

Energy value 100 grams of product is 330 kcal. Of these - 7.5 gr. proteins, 3 gr. fat and 68 gr. carbohydrates. In addition to the standard BZHU, the composition contains 12.4 grams. water and 3.5 gr. dietary fiber.

Red rice can be safely called dietary product due to its low calorie content and complex carbohydrates. It is they who quickly saturate the body and prevent the feeling of hunger from breaking out. Rubin dishes can be included in your daily weight loss menu. In addition, it contains fiber, which is important for the healthy functioning of the body, and, of course, water. Like all rice cereals, it removes excess fluid, toxins and toxins. Thus, weight loss will be more effective. And the necessary vitamins and mineral components will prevent disorders in the work of individual organs.

Chemical composition:

beta carotene;
vitamin E;
group of vitamins B (B1, B2, B4, B5, B6, B9);
vitamin PP;
ash;
vitamin K;
vitamin H;
tocopherol;
phosphorus;
potassium;
sodium;
calcium;
silicon;
magnesium;
sulfur;
chlorine;
iron;
zinc;
chromium;
manganese;
selenium;
lithium;
copper;
valine;
arginine;
cobalt;
glycine.

Beneficial features

Red rice has many positive qualities if not polished in production. It stores: fiber, a group of vitamins, niacin and powerful antioxidants.

The benefits of cereal, including for weight loss, are manifested in the following:

has a good effect on intestinal work due to fiber;
improves the state of intestinal microflora and peristalsis;
normalizes blood sugar levels;
acts as a cleansing agent for "bad" cholesterol, which causes clogging of vascular tubes;
prevents the appearance of cancer and tumor cells;
group of B vitamins improves the condition of the skin, hair and nail plates;
the elements of anthocyanins present in the nucleus help to remove free radicals and toxins from the body (which is very important when losing weight);
it is safe for children and allergy sufferers;
ideal for diet food;
increases the work of erectile function in men;
protects against poisoning and diarrhea;
stimulates the work of the cardiovascular system;
has a positive effect on the nervous system, general mood due to the production of serotonin.

Losing weight people should refrain from excessive consumption of "Ruby" rice. Calcium is washed out of the bones during weight loss, and "Rubin" enhances this process and can harm the body. In diets, calcium replenishment occurs at the expense of other foods.

Contraindications:

individual intolerance;
increased glycemic index;
frequent constipation;
liver and kidney disease.

How to cook properly

Going to include red rice in your diet - oh meet some important points before use.

All the benefits are concentrated in the shell of the grain. It doesn't matter how long the rice is cooked, stirring frequently will damage the dish. This will cause fiber flaking and loss of nutrients. To prevent the rice from sticking together when cooking, choose the right amount of water and grain.
Not only a side dish is obtained from such a cereal. A combination of cereals with milk or dried fruits can become a dessert.
Sprinkle the cooked rice well with lemon or lime juice.
In pure boiled form, the product is stored under a lid in the refrigerator for no more than 3 days.

For correct preparation a traditional side dish, you will need 2.5 glasses of clean water, 1 glass of cereal, a little salt, a large spoonful of vegetable oil, or olive oil.

So, how to cook the Rubin variety for a side dish.

Be sure to sort out the cereals before cooking. This will help get rid of pebbles and pebbles.
Rinse the rice under cool water until the water becomes clear.
We send it to a colander or sieve - let the kupa get rid of excess liquid. Now you can transfer to the saucepan.
Fill only hot water! The ratio is 1: 2.5. The water should be 2 cm higher than the cereal mass. Now you can add salt.
We turn on the big fire. We waited for a boil, we reduce the flame to a minimum. Then cover the pan with a lid and cook the rice for 40 minutes. Remove the foam that appears with a spoon.
If during this time the grains have not absorbed all the moisture, give them 15 minutes more. The total cooking time is 1 hour 15 minutes.
Before serving, drain the remaining liquid and season with oil. The rice side dish is ready!

Judging by the reviews, a properly prepared product turns out to be very tasty and rich. Seasoning with oil makes it softer and adds shine.

By supplementing the cereal with vegetables or boiled meat, you get a full-fledged satisfying, and most importantly, healthy, dish that can be included in the daily menu for the whole family. In general, you can safely experiment with additional ingredients.

Red "Ruby" is hard to spoil. World national cuisines full of all kinds of recipes based on cereal culture. The main point is the competent choice of high-quality and fresh cereals.

How to cook pilaf with red rice, see below.

Ruby rice or red rice should be distinguished from a large list of varieties of rice. Its color is due to the presence of a bran shell, which allows the grain to avoid deformation during heat treatment... This is also the reason for the pleasant nutty aroma in ready meal... Also, red rice does not undergo polishing, due to which a huge amount of fiber is retained in grains, as well as valuable minerals, amino acids and vitamins. If you follow a healthy and proper nutrition- this product is definitely for you.

In ancient times, red rice was only eaten by the imperial families, moreover, rice was used in medicinal purposes... Since this cereal is a powerful antioxidant, it can reduce the level of free radicals in the body, as well as reduce the chances of the appearance and development of cancer.

Given the recent increase in the population's desire for healthy eating, red rice is gaining more and more popularity. There is no evidence that red rice can harm the body. Therefore, it can and should be included in the diet of children and adults, including allergy sufferers and diabetics. However, if you carefully monitor your weight, then you should not overuse rice - its calorie content is 400 kcal per 100 g.

How to Cook Red Rice (Ruby Rice)

Ingredient List:

1 cup red rice
50 g butter
table salt to taste
3 glasses of water.

While it seems like it takes some special skill to make red rice, this is not the case. First, dry red rice must be sorted out for foreign inclusions - small stones, other grains in a hard shell. Rinse the rice several times with running water. Then fill the rice with water, keeping a ratio of 1 to 3. This is one of the differences between cooking red rice and long grain or round rice - it uses two parts of water. After putting the rice on the fire, wait for the water to boil and add salt after 15 minutes. By the way, rice absorbs it perfectly. After adding salt, cook the rice until tender - it may take 15 to 30 minutes. By the way, rice is almost impossible to digest.
Throw the finished red rice in a colander and rinse with running water. Then put a lump of butter or a spoonful of olive oil - delicious and healthy side dish ready.

Other red rice recipes

If you decide to cook Ruby rice with other ingredients, for example, vegetables, meat or mushrooms, then it is advisable to first boil the rice for 20 minutes. Then it will soften and be “ready” to meet the other ingredients in the pan.

Red rice can be used to make many of the most different dishes ranging from side dishes to desserts. It is used for making sweet puddings, casseroles, original exotic salads... Rice can be used as a filling for dolma, eggs, fish, meat rolls, pita bread, vegetables and mushrooms. Also, red rice goes well with legumes: beans, peas, lentils.

On our site there is

Multicooker Red Rice Recipe

Ingredients:

1 cup red rice
2.5-3 glasses of water
Vegetable oil - 2 tablespoons,
Garlic - a couple of cloves
Salt.

Cooking process:

Sort the rice, rinse. Pour into the multicooker bowl and add water. Season with salt and butter. Add garlic for flavor, you don't need to peel it.

Select the "milk porridge" program and cook until the beep. Rice in a multicooker should not be rinsed. The garnish is completely ready to use.

Bon Appetit!

Best regards, Anyuta.

On the shelves of supermarkets you can find different usual varieties of rice: white long-grain, round-grain, but buyers are not very familiar with red rice.

In this article, we will get acquainted with red rice, its benefits and how it can harm a person.

The benefits of red rice

The difference between red rice and ordinary white rice is, of course, the color. Each grain is covered with a shell from maroon to pale pink. The product does not undergo polishing, therefore it contains a huge amount of fiber, as well as amino acids, vitamins and minerals. When cooked, a grain of rice, thanks to the bran shell, retains its shape without turning the cooked dish into porridge, and retains all the benefits of red rice.

- Iron. Dishes made from red rice are good for people with anemia;

- Cellulose. Improves the functioning of the organs of the gastrointestinal tract, removes toxins and toxins, lowers blood cholesterol, the weight of diabetics;

- Vitamin B. Improves the condition of the skin, nails, hair, improves the functioning of the nervous system;

- Magnesium. Strengthens the nervous system, relieves headaches, prevents the occurrence of heart attacks and strokes, normalizes blood pressure;

- Copper. With its lack, hair fragility increases, the skin ages earlier;

- Potassium. Removes from joints excess salt;

- Zinc. It is very necessary for the elderly and middle-aged people, as it prevents the risk of strokes and heart attacks, strengthens blood vessels;

- Selenium. Improves the functioning of the reproductive system, forms important protein compounds;

- Phosphorus. Essential for dental health;

- Silicon. Strengthens bones, cardiovascular system;

- Antioxidants. Help the immune system to cope with viral diseases, bacteria of the gastrointestinal tract, prevent the development of cancer, the formation of malignant tumors;

- Gluten. This is important for diabetics, as gluten removes excess sugar from the blood;

- Amino acids. Meat contains a lot of amino acids, but for vegetarians who exclude food of animal origin, red rice is a real godsend.

Harm from eating red rice

Nutritionists did not reveal any strict contraindications and harm to the human body of red rice, but since the grains are 70% carbohydrates, they urge to be careful in the amount of red rice taken in food for people with diabetes. You also need to take into account the calorie content of red rice: 100 grams contains about 400 calories. Due to the high fiber content in red rice, flatulence, bloating and constipation can occur.

What do nutritionists offer?

Red rice contains a large amount of vitamins and minerals. But recently it has become fashionable to sprout red rice and eat it. And nutritionists pay attention to the fact that sprouted sprouts retain all vitamins, enriching the body with live energy, bringing only benefits to humans.

Usually sprouts are consumed in the morning for breakfast. Young mothers note increased milk production and improved lactation.

In order to germinate sprouts, red rice must be poured with cool water. After a day, rinse the grains, drain the water, then add water again, cover with a lid. After about 7 hours, sprouts begin to sprout. They are added to everyday meals, salads, sauces. The grains become very soft in composition and practically do not taste.

For people who want to quickly lose weight, nutritionists have developed special programs:

— A rigid 3-day diet. Can be used once every six months when you need to lose weight urgently. To do this, you need to cook red rice (1 glass) with salt or seasonings, and eat only this all day. If you really want to eat, then you can afford a few green apples. In 3 days, you can lose about 4 kilograms.

— A gentle 7-day diet. Helps to lose up to 7 kilograms. The diet consists of three meals a day. You can afford a little boiled meat, vegetables and fruits, green tea, hawthorn decoction. Don't forget to drink plenty of water and exercise.

Also, nutritionists advise taking red rice for some ailments:

- Treatment of the colon. Red rice, in the amount of 200 grams, pre-soak in cold water for 15 minutes, rinse, then drain the water and add 3 glasses of milk, bring to a boil and cook over low heat for 1 hour. You can add a little sugar or honey to taste. This dish is very good at cleansing the digestive tract.

- A decoction for the treatment of osteochondrosis, rheumatism and arthritis. It is necessary to add 4 tablespoons of red rice to 1 liter of water, sugar to taste, bring to a boil and turn off the heat immediately. Let it brew for about two hours, and eat in small portions on an empty stomach throughout the day.

- A decoction for the treatment of colds and upper respiratory tract infections. You need to take 200 grams of red rice, add one and a half liters of water, boil over low heat for about an hour, pass this mixture through cheesecloth and drink 1/4 cup of broth 30 minutes before meals.

Famous varieties of red rice

There are many varieties of red rice on store shelves. Breeders from different countries developed varieties that are convenient for growing, storage, heat treatment of grains. Here are the most popular ones:

- Ruby. This red rice variety, grown in the Krasnodar Territory, has a pale pink hue and a nutty smell.

- Camargue. French variety. It is used as a side dish. A grain of rice has an elongated shape, brown color, contains a large amount of fiber.

- Samarkand. A variety from Uzbekistan. Such rice is used for cooking, known all over the world, Uzbek pilaf... The grain has a pink color, oval shape, delicate nutty taste.

- Devzira. An Uzbek variety, also used for pilaf, rice increases by 4 times during heat treatment.

- Wonderworker. A variety from Russia, grown in the Kuban. The grains have the correct oval shape, have a caramel color, they contain antioxidants, therefore, it is recommended with reduced immunity.

- Cargo. Unpolished rice from Thailand is dark brown, served as a side dish with stews, mushrooms, baked fish, seafood.

- Plow Ahmar. An Iraqi variety, rice grains are used to make pilaf. You can add raisins or orange slices to taste.

Let me summarize. The inclusion of red rice in the diet, from a nutritional point of view, will bring many benefits to your body for children, middle-aged and elderly people, as well as for women who have become mothers and establish breastfeeding for babies.

Rice is one of the staple foods in many families. The most common is the white variety. Other types of rice appear on store shelves, but the most useful is red. Ruby rice is a rare variety: it not only has an unusual taste, but unique properties which we will consider next.

The benefits of red rice

Red rice improves bowel function through fiber.
For diabetics, this kind of rice is useful - it lowers blood sugar levels.
It removes cholesterol from the body.
Reduces the risk of cancer.
Improves the condition of hair, nails and skin.

All this is due to the composition of red rice. This type of cereal is an antioxidant.

Composition of red rice:

paracyonides;
alimentary fiber;
vitamins B, PP;
minerals;
amino acids.

The composition is gluten-free, which allows adolescents and allergy sufferers to use it.

Red rice is useful for food poisoning, diarrhea, problems with the nervous and cardiovascular systems, asthma. It reduces vascular inflammation, prevents rheumatism, arthritis.

Harm of red rice

If you can talk a lot about the beneficial properties of this variety, then there is almost nothing to say about the harm. The only downside is that it is high in calories. They should not be overused so as not to spoil the figure.

Cooking Rice Ruby

Currently, red rice is grown in all countries.

Short-grain rice is grown in France. After boiling, it takes on a sticky consistency. The Himalayan rice has the same property. The only difference is the color: when cooked, it takes on a pale pink hue.

The aroma of this rice is unusual, a little strawberry. And Thai long-grain smells like sweet jasmine. All of these species are red and nutty in taste. There is also an American variety that has a burgundy hue.

Ruby rice is more in demand among gourmets. Due to its sweet aftertaste, chefs prepare it as a side dish for meat or fish. But red rice goes well with many foods, even milk and dried fruits.

When you cook ruby rice, do not worry about being overcooked - this is impossible. Due to the fact that all grains are in a dense shell, they retain their shape.

It takes twice as much water and a pinch of salt to make a glass of red rice. Before cooking, it must be sorted out, since the grains are not polished, and a lot of impurities remain. After that, the rice should be thoroughly rinsed and placed in a saucepan with a thick bottom. Pour in water and bring to a boil, simmer for 30-40 minutes over low heat, after removing the foam. Once the water has completely evaporated, the rice is ready to eat. After removing from the stove, let it brew and add a little olive oil. The rice will be soft and aromatic.

There are many recipes for red rice. You can cook it with vegetables, mushrooms, meat - use your imagination.

Take care of your health right away so as not to run to doctors afterwards. The health benefits of red rice will not only improve your health but also make you a delicious meal.

Rice is one of the most popular cereals around the world. It was domesticated about 9 thousand years ago, but in Russia it became known only in the 15th century, then it was called the "Saracen grain".

Now there are many varieties of this culture. In addition to the usual white rice grains, there is a huge assortment of other varieties on store shelves, among which there is even red rice. The benefits and harms of red rice will be discussed in the article.

Description and types of red rice

Polished rice varieties contain almost no useful elements and do not have properties valuable for health, while they can even cause harm. It is better to prefer unpolished types, they contain nutrients in greater quantities. Special processing allows you to preserve all the most valuable amino acids, minerals and vitamins, the properties of which are beneficial to humans. In addition, the shell of the grains gives the food a nutty aftertaste.

Most of the varieties have a round grain shape and various shades of red. Color differences are due to the processing methods of raw materials and their preparation. Residents of each country allocate for themselves a certain type of cereal, which is most popular in a particular region. Before purchasing red rice from a store, it is important to know which beneficial features there are different types.

Now the most popular are the following varieties of red rice:

California ruby. It has small grains. In unpolished form, they are bright burgundy. The shell of the grains contains a large amount coarse fiber, which, passing through the intestines, cleans its walls. This property brings great benefit organs of the gastrointestinal tract and reduces harm from food intake.
Thai red rice, also called "cargo". Grains are burgundy in color, with a spicy nutty flavor. This category of rice contains a particularly large amount of nutrients. Groats are able to retain these beneficial properties even after processing. It contains a large amount of vitamins and antioxidants that neutralize harm from carcinogens and toxic substances.
Short grain red rice. This type of cereal came from the south of France. He has a thin exquisite taste and an interesting property: the core of this rice is rich in minerals. It is useful for strengthening bones and teeth.
Red yeast rice. Yeast mushrooms are used in its production. He is especially interested in medicine. It contains a large amount of plant statins, very useful substances that have the ability to regulate blood cholesterol, which is very harmful to health.
Himalayan red rice. It has elongated grains of a special light pink color. After heat treatment, it acquires a spicy rich taste. When consumed regularly by diabetics, it can lower the amount of sugar in the blood.

Chemical composition of red rice

This product is called elite for a reason: it has a truly unique chemical composition and a lot of useful properties.

The benefits of red rice are due to the composition:

vitamins B1, B2, B3 and B6;
calcium, potassium and magnesium, phosphorus;
iron, iodine;
amino acids important for humans;
large amounts of fiber and starch.

Nutritional information and calorie content of red rice

The calorie content of red rice per 100 grams is from 350 to 420 kcal. Therefore, a person who wants to lose weight should be very careful about this type of side dish, otherwise you can bring harm to the body instead of benefit.

Health benefits of red rice

Red rice and its health benefits and harms have long been the subject of controversy among experts. At the same time, the beneficial properties of the cereal cannot be counted. B-group vitamins are able to improve metabolic processes in the body, have properties useful for the nervous and circulatory systems, and benefit nails and hair.

Magnesium neutralizes the harm from the external environment for the muscles and nerves of a person. Calcium in combination with magnesium is beneficial for bones and teeth, and exhibits prophylactic properties against arthritis and osteoporosis. Iron is good for hemoglobin counts and can help reduce the harm from anemia. Fiber has beneficial cleansing properties and regulates the digestive tract. Unpolished red rice is beneficial for the intestines.

Why red rice is good for women

Regular inclusion of red rice in the diet will benefit women:

Red rice has beneficial properties for the prevention of cancer. This is due to the large amount of antioxidants in the product, as well as selenium, zinc, copper, manganese, vitamins H, E and fiber. Together, they neutralize the harm from free radicals and promote the elimination of carcinogenic substances from the body.
The nutritional properties of rice are also beneficial for a woman's reproductive system. Vitamin E and healthy fats have a stimulating effect on the production of sex hormones, while not causing harm.
Consuming red rice helps to strengthen the nervous system and prevent insomnia. A large amount of B vitamins and magnesium in the composition are very useful for the nervous system of the fair sex.
Red rice, due to the large amount of vitamins and antioxidants, as well as micro and macro elements, will be of great benefit to pregnant women. During lactation, the use of this product will benefit both the child and the mother.

The benefits of red rice for weight loss

Eating red rice will help to reduce weight due to its ability to regulate metabolic processes, as well as useful quality rice to cleanse the body of substances that harm internal organs. At the same time, red rice is recommended in some diets.

In addition, rice promotes the elimination of excess fluid. As you know, its accumulation harms the internal organs.

The benefit of this cereal culture is also in the ability to quickly and permanently satisfy hunger, this property will help in gaining a slender figure.

Important! Eating red rice will help you lose weight in a beneficial, non-harmful way.

What diseases does red rice help against?

Red rice in food has a lot of beneficial properties that help against various diseases, while there is no risk of harming other organs.

In diabetes, its benefit is to stabilize blood sugar levels. In addition, it benefits the blood vessels and aids in the elimination of bad cholesterol.
The large amount of iron in this cereal is a huge benefit for anemic individuals.
Promotes the elimination of radionuclides, this beneficial property, combined with the powerful action of antioxidants, helps the cereal to help neutralize harm and prevent cancer.
For problems with the gastrointestinal tract, red rice is also useful: fiber regulates digestion, neutralizes the harm from toxins and food stagnation. Helps normalize beneficial microflora.
For problem vessels, eating red rice will benefit. Thanks to the beneficial properties of red rice, blood vessels are cleared of harmful cholesterol, strengthened and become more elastic.
Red rice is very beneficial for diseases of the cardiovascular system and kidneys. The reduced amount of salts in the composition of this product, as well as the ability to remove excess fluid, will help get rid of substances that harm these organs.

Is red rice possible for diabetes

Attention! The average glycemic index of red rice is 55 units.

At the same time, it helps to normalize blood sugar levels, has the ability to remove harmful substances, and contains useful dietary fiber and antioxidants.

Red Rice Healing Recipes

The composition, rich in useful substances, the ability to neutralize the action of substances that harm the body, make this cereal very popular in various recipes.

To cleanse the body of cholesterol, toxins and toxins

This interesting recipe helps to cleanse the body of substances that harm various internal organs. The benefits of this recipe are invaluable. Rice must be used raw. It should be eaten on an empty stomach instead of breakfast. It is important to chew the portion thoroughly. It must first be soaked in water.

For a cleansing course, you need to take as many tablespoons of grains as the person lived for at the time of treatment.

In the morning, the grains must be poured into glass jar and pour boiled water and then refrigerate.
The next morning, you need to drain the water.
Chew 1 tablespoon red rice thoroughly and swallow.
Then do not eat or drink for 2 hours.
Rinse the remaining grains again, add boiled water and refrigerate.
The course continues until the grains run out.

To improve the microflora of the large intestine

Rice milk porridge will help cleanse the digestive tract and normalize the amount of beneficial microflora, neutralize the harm from toxins and toxins.

One glass of red rice should be soaked for an hour.
Then drain the water and pour it into pre-boiled five glasses of milk.
It is necessary to cook the cereals over low heat, covering with a lid, for about an hour, until the grains are boiled.
Before serving, you can add a spoonful of honey or sugar to the serving.

Decoction of red rice for the treatment of infectious diseases

A decoction made from grains of red rice will be beneficial during an exacerbation of infections affecting the respiratory tract. The beneficial properties of such therapy will help to calm the fever and cleanse the body of toxins that are harmful to the patient.

He will be able to help even with angina, flu and pneumonia.

In addition, taking such a decoction will be beneficial for stomach ulcers, poisoning and diarrhea.

It will help with thirst, improve the condition of the skin, rejuvenate, improve complexion and remove freckles.

For its preparation, it is necessary to pour thoroughly washed 100 grams of red rice with one and a half liters of cold water.
Cook the resulting mixture without salt for an hour and a half over low heat.
After it is required to strain.
Take the resulting broth in a quarter of a glass half an hour before meals every 2-3 hours.

Infusion of red rice for osteochondrosis and rheumatism

To prepare the infusion, you must mix:

litere of water;
4 tablespoons red rice
5 pieces of raisins;
3 tablespoons of sugar.

The resulting mixture must be allowed to brew for four days. After strain and use the infusion for half a glass at night. The course lasts up to 3 months.

Benefits and uses of sprouted red rice

Sprouted grains of red rice, in addition to their usual beneficial properties, bring benefits to the body, giving it live energy. Sprouts are useful for their tonic properties, calming effect on the gastrointestinal mucosa, help normalize appetite, have a beneficial effect on diabetics, lower sugar, and help milk production during lactation.

Important! The beneficial properties of red rice sprouts will be especially beneficial when consumed with breakfast in the morning.

To obtain sprouts of red rice, it is necessary to pour over the grains so that they are completely covered with water.
A day later, the rice is washed, laid in one layer and again poured to half the grains.
Cover the dishes with a lid and leave a small hole.
Germination will begin in 6-7 hours. As it is absorbed, water is added, but only up to half of the grain.

Such sprouts are edible in any form and in any dish. They are especially good in salads, soups, main courses. You can store sprouted grains in the refrigerator for no longer than 3 days.

The use of red rice in cosmetology

The beneficial properties of red rice are relevant not only for internal use, but also for external use. Cosmetics based on it will help to rejuvenate the skin, increase its elasticity and tone it up. The texture and properties of the grains make it possible to use red rice for peels, masks and other products that improve the appearance of the skin and, importantly, do not harm it.

Red rice mask for oily skin

A small amount of rice must be ground into powder.
Next, the rice powder is mixed with yogurt or kefir to a thick sour cream.
The product is applied to a previously cleansed face and stays on the skin for five minutes.
Wash off with warm water.

This mask helps to normalize the work of the sebaceous glands, makes the skin dull and exfoliates dead skin particles.

Red rice mask for dry skin

Rice is ground into powder and mixed with olive or sea buckthorn oil. The consistency should be the same as in the previous recipe.

This mixture should be applied to the skin for 5-10 minutes, then rinsed with warm water.

This mask will even out the skin surface, improve the complexion, nourish and moisturize the epidermis. In addition, such a mask is beneficial in the form of massage of the epidermis.

How to cook red rice

Maintaining the health benefits of red rice in its preparation requires special care.

To cook red rice, you need to take 2–2.5 cups of boiling water for a glass of cereal.

The rice must first be sorted out and washed.
Put the grains in a saucepan with a thick bottom and cover with boiling water, its level should be two fingers higher than the rice.
Rice is put on fire and simmered for about half an hour.
When the rice is cooked, no liquid should remain, and the grains should be soft and tender.
The side dish should stand for 5-10 minutes before serving.

This type of rice is especially good when combined with meat, fish, mushrooms, vegetables and dried fruits.

Harm of red rice and contraindications to use

Red rice varieties, when consumed in moderation, will provide the body with exceptional benefits.

But you shouldn't abuse it, and it's not even about its high calorie content. A large amount of red rice in the diet can cause disruptions in the gastrointestinal tract and weight gain.

Important! Allergic reactions to this cereal are extremely rare. As a rule, such situations indicate the use of dyes in the manufacture.

Conclusion

The benefits and harms of red rice are incomparable. The beneficial properties of this healing cereal can hardly be overestimated. Its scope is extremely extensive, and red rice, when used wisely, does not cause harm.

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