Other Plant Compounds

A number of plant compounds are found in rice, some of which are linked with potential health benefits. 

Pigmented rice, such as red-grained varieties, have been found to be particularly rich in antioxidants

• Phytic acid: An antioxidant found in brown rice, phytic acid(phytate) impairs the absorption of dietary minerals, such as iron and zinc. It can be reduced by soaking, sprouting, and fermenting the rice before cooking.
• Lignans: Found in rice bran, lignans are converted to enterolactone by gut bacteria. Enterolactone is an isoflavone (phytoestrogen) that may have several health benefits.
• Ferulic acid: A strong antioxidant found in rice bran. May protect against various chronic diseases, such as cancer, diabetes, and cardiovascular disease.
• 2-acetyl 1-pyrroline (2AP): An aromatic substance, responsible for the taste and smell of scented rice, such as jasmine and basmati rice.
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