Super source
Energy
333 kcal · 17% DV target
A whole-grain staple with a chewy texture and nutty flavor, brown rice retains its nutrient-dense bran and germ layers, offering a more complex nutritional profile than its refined counterparts.
Brown rice stands out among grains for its notable content of manganese, a mineral essential for energy production and antioxidant function, with one cup of cooked brown rice providing a significant amount of the daily requirement. It is also a good source of dietary fiber, which aids digestion and acts as a prebiotic, nourishing beneficial gut bacteria. Compared to white rice, brown rice offers more fiber, magnesium, and other nutrients, and has a lower glycemic index, leading to a slower and more gradual rise in blood sugar.
Petal shape shows the nine FoodCompass domains, including nutrient density, processing, satiety, fats, and phytochemicals.
333 kcal · 17% DV target
7.70 g · 15% DV target
77.0 g · 28% DV target
3.00 g · 11% DV target
0.44 g · Top 24% of grains & starches
0.30 mg · 25% DV target
Seasonality has not been estimated for this ingredient yet.
The natural oils in the bran layer cause it to spoil faster than white rice.
Applies to cooked rice; must be cooled quickly to prevent bacterial growth.
Rice cultivation is a significant source of methane emissions and requires high water usage compared to other grains.
The difference between brown and white rice is purely mechanical, as brown rice becomes white rice simply by removing the outer bran and germ layers during milling.