FAQs'

 

1. What are the nutritional benefits of red rice ?

Ans: The organic red rice is unpolished and doesn’t have any added fragrance. The rice is 100% natural and is also free from chemicals. It is easy to digest, good for health, and is different from white rice. It is rich in protein, vitamins, fiber, and carbohydrates. It is known to reduce cholesterol and blood glucose levels and has wound healing, antioxidant, and anti-tumor properties. 

 

2. Why is red rice referred to as forbidden rice ?

Ans: Dating back over 10,000 years, red rice was first cultivated in China's Yangtze River region. It was initially grown exclusively for the emperor and the royal court due to its rarity and nutritional benefits. Because of its scarcity, it became known as "forbidden rice."

 

3.What is the reason for the red colour of the rice ?

Ans: Red rice gets its unique color from a pigment called anthocyanin, which is also found in other red-colored plants like berries and grapes. This pigment gives the rice its vibrant red or deep purple hue.

 

4. Where does the organic red rice come from ?

Ans: The organically produced and processed red rice is directly sourced from the farmers of Chhattisgarh. Classical rice is used as medicine in many parts of the country and is 100% natural, chemical-free, and has long grains. 

 

5. How does red rice smells and tastes after cooking ?

Ans: In terms of texture, red rice is slightly chewier and more firm than white or brown rice. It has a nutty and slightly crunchy texture that adds a pleasant taste to dishes. When it comes to aroma, red rice has a subtle nutty and earthy smell. It may also have a slight sweet or floral fragrance.

Do You Know ? 

 

The organically produced and processed red rice from Apka Kisan will make your diet completely chemically free, as the grains are grown using traditional farming methods. Apka Kisan procures the rice directly from the farmers who cultivate it using organic methods in Chhattisgarh. The grains are de-husked and cleaned using the traditional willowing method and the cleansed rice is packed in organic bags by the local self-help groups. 

Apka Kisan's mission is to provide organically grown cereals from rural areas to urban folks. As it believes that the farmers are the future of the nation, it procures the rice varieties directly from them in an attempt to enhance their lifestyle and to offer organically grown rice to the urban people to ease them of lifestyle diseases. If you are suffering from lifestyle diseases like cholesterol, diabetes, and hypertension, it is optimal to shift from white rice to red rice.