Black rice sometimes referred to as rice, rice scientists claimed as a super food to fight cancer. Black glutinous rice is not black.

Black rice color purplefish actually quite far indeed known to have many virtues. Properties turned out to be proved by the scientists who conduct scientific tests.

Scientists from Louisiana State University to analyze samples of bran (leather dust) from black rice grown in South America. The result, scientists find black rice had higher levels of anthocyanin antioxidants (anthocyanins) are soluble in water.

Fruits and vegetables containing anthocyanin are usually dark colored like blueberry. The black color like this is also contained in the black rice.

Research indicates that antioxidants from dark-colored plants can stop the harmful molecules, helps protect arteries and prevent DNA damage leading to cancer.

“Just a spoonful of black rice bran contain more anthocyanin greater than those found in blueberries. Black rice also contains a little sugar and more fiber and antioxidants vitamin E,” said scientist Dr. Zhimin Xu was quoted as from dailymail, Monday (30 / 8 / 2010).

According to Dr. Zhimin, black rice plant that would be economical to improve health. Food producers argued, could use the black rice bran extracts to make cereals, beverages, cakes, biscuits and other healthy foods.

Black rice itself has long been used in China are only allowed to be consumed by the nobility and became known by the name of ‘Forbidden Rice’. Meanwhile, Asian countries generally has been acquainted with the black rice is usually consumed during special celebrations.

The scientists presented their findings at the event ’240th National Meeting of the American Chemical Society ‘in Boston this weekend.

Black rice also has a lower carbohydrate content than ordinary rice with iron content is high enough substance.