"Cooked enriched white short-grain rice" CPFC per 100 g. Calories, proteins, fats, carbohydrates

Cooked enriched white short-grain rice — this is rice that has undergone special processing and cooking.

White rice — grains milled to remove the husk, in which most of the nutrients are located. During milling, rice loses some of its nutrients, but becomes more convenient to cook — the grains become white, smooth, and uniform.

Short-grain rice — this is a variety of rice whose grains are more rounded in shape and shorter than long-grain rice. Short-grain rice typically has a higher starch content, making it stickier and suitable for dishes such as puddings, porridges, and casseroles.

Enriched rice — this is rice to which additional nutrients, such as vitamins and minerals, have been added. Enrichment of rice can be beneficial for those who do not obtain enough of these substances from their diet.

Cooked rice — this is rice that has been thermally processed and is ready to eat. Cooked rice can be served as a standalone dish, used as a side dish, or as an ingredient in other dishes.

When preparing enriched rice, it is important to follow the instructions on the package to preserve all the beneficial properties of the product.

Enriched rice can be a good source of vitamins and minerals such as:

• B vitamins — necessary for metabolism and energy in the body;
• Vitamin E — an antioxidant, protects cells from damage by free radicals;
• Vitamin B3 (PP) — participates in redox reactions and is necessary for metabolism;
• Iron — necessary for the formation of hemoglobin and transport of oxygen in the body;
• Iodine — necessary for the normal functioning of the thyroid gland;
• Calcium — necessary for the formation of bones and teeth;
• Magnesium — necessary for the functioning of the nervous system and muscles;
• Manganese — necessary for metabolism;
• Copper — necessary for the synthesis of collagen and elastin;
• Selenium — an antioxidant, protects cells from damage by free radicals;
• Phosphorus — necessary for the formation of bones and teeth;
• Zinc — necessary for synthesis of hormones and enzymes.

However, it is important to remember that enriched rice cannot replace a varied and balanced diet. It can only be an additional source of nutrients.