The Benefits of Brown Rice | Healthmad - 0 views
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Brown rice has antioxidants and phytonutrients that boosts the immune system, lowers cholesterol, reduces risk of heart disease, stroke and colon cancer, and reduces severity of asthma. Brown rice can substantially reduce the risk of colon cancer, as it is a a very good source of selenium, a trace mineral that induces DNA repair and synthesis in damaged cells and inhibits the proliferation of cancer cells.
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In addition to the niacin it supplies, brown rice may also help raise blood levels of nitric oxide, a small molecule known to improve blood vessel dilation and prevent development of atherosclerotic plaques.
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Why brown rice is good for heart
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Excellent food for weight watchers, not to speak of other nutritional benefits.