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Why You Should Keep Wild Rice at Home

By Madhusudhan Tammisetti

Wild rice is often referred to as a superfood. The nutritional content and benefits are the foundation for this assumption. While this unusual form of rice isn't readily available in most supermarkets, the nutrients it delivers are essential for your health, making its discovery all the more satisfying.

The health benefits of wild rice are many. Wild rice is strong in antioxidants that protect the body's cells and is gluten-free. It's also rich in fiber. It has low calories and may aid in the management of diabetes. It also has zinc, which aids in the balance of hormones and the increase of testosterone levels in the body. Its folate is very beneficial to expectant mothers. Its low salt level helps avoid hypertension, while the potassium in it helps reduce blood pressure, and its phosphorus helps build bones.

Has High Antioxidant Content

Antioxidants protect your body's cells from the harmful effects of free radicals. The antioxidants may help protect against a variety of illnesses and heart diseases. Antioxidants help slow aging by removing free radicals that may otherwise cause cell damage. These include cells of the skin, and this is how antioxidants help keep your skin looking young.

Calorie Content Is Low

In comparison to other grains and rice, wild rice has fewer calories. You may savor the nutty taste of this rice without feeling guilty about calories. Diabetic patients may enjoy the taste and texture of wild rice without having to worry about the calories. Cooked wild rice in a bowl contains about a hundred calories, and you can make healthy foods tastier without increasing your waistline.

Contains Folate

Folate is a B vitamin that naturally exists in wild rice, and it contains folate. Folate is needed for cell division and development in the body, making it a key nutrient for pregnant women, who need almost twice the quantity of the folate in the diet. Folate deficiency is quite common, and it may lead to birth abnormalities in babies. Because one wild rice serving contains a necessary amount of folate's recommended value, it may help minimize the risk of birth abnormalities.

Contains Potassium

Potassium is a key nutrient for the body, and wild rice has a good chunk of it. Potassium counteracts the effects of sodium, which include a rise in blood pressure. High sodium levels force the kidneys to store more water in your body, leading to more strain on the kidneys and a rise in blood pressure. Folate aids in the reduction of high blood pressure and the restoration of normal blood pressure. Potassium also helps regulate your heartbeat, which is beneficial to people who suffer from irregular heartbeats. There's also a link between eating potassium-rich foods and having lower cholesterol.

To learn more about your health, wellness, and fitness, see your local chiropractor at The Joint Chiropractic in Fairview Park, Ohio.

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