Rice is the seed of the grass species Oryza sativa (Asian rice) or less commonly Oryza glaberrima (African rice). The name wild rice is usually used for species of the genera Zizania and Porteresia, both wild and domesticated, although the term may also be used for primitive or uncultivated varieties of Oryza.

Basmati Rice is a variety of long, slender-grained aromatic rice which is traditionally grown in India. It is unique among other aromatic long grain rice varieties. “Scented Pearl the King of all Rice in the world” is Nature’s gift to India, India’s gift to the World. It is soft and fluffy texture upon cooking, delicious taste, superior aroma and distinct flavour.

Benefits: The fiber in Basmati rice is soluble, meaning it adds bulk and helps move waste along the digestive tract. Eating whole grains like brown basmati rice is linked to a lower risk of heart disease. Whole grains help to reduce blood cholesterol levels.

White Rice is milled rice that has had its husk, bran, and germ removed. This alters the flavour, texture and appearance of the rice and helps prevent spoilage, extend its storage life. After milling, the rice is polished, resulting in a seed with a bright, white, shiny appearance.

Benefits: White rice provides energy and the easiest food to digest at any time of the day, which is why it is recommended for children and adults. The other good aspect of white rice is that it helps in relieving digestive disorders such as diarrhoea, dysentery, colitis and even morning sickness.

Brown Rice is a whole grain rice with the inedible outer hull removed. The best Indian rice to consume is brown rice.

Benefits: Brown Rice has endless benefits which will keep you fit and active. It has less starch, less calories and much more. It is also an excellent source of soluble fibre. The oil present in this rice is good to reduce bad cholesterol. Cooked brown rice has a slightly chewy texture and a nut-like flavour. The light brown colour of brown rice is caused by the presence of “bran” layers which are rich in minerals and vitamins, especially the B-complex group.

Red Rice is a variety of rice that is coloured red by its anthocyanin content. It is usually eaten unhulled or partially hulled, and has a red husk, rather than the more common brown. Red rice has a nutty flavour.

Benefits: If you want to stay healthy and fit, red rice is your answer. Consuming this Indian rice helps to keep your iron count normal. It also regulates blood sugar and insulin contains vitamin B6, which is important to balance the formation of serotonin and red blood cells. It also helps in the production of DNA cells.

Parboiled Rice also called converted rice and easy-cook rice has been partially boiled in the husk. The three basic steps of parboiling are soaking, steaming and drying.

Benefits: Parboiling drives nutrients, especially thiamine, from the bran to the endosperm, hence parboiled white rice is mostly nutritionally similar to brown rice. One cup of cooked parboiled rice supplies 2 to 3 percent of the recommended daily intake of calcium, iron, magnesium and potassium, good for diabetes.

Jasmine Rice is a long-grain variety of fragrant rice also known as aromatic rice.

Benefits: One of the best health benefits of Jasmine Rice, is that it helps to lessen muscle pain in the body due to the presence of high amino acids.