Vol. 12, Issue 3 (2023)

Author(s):
TH Eloni Vida, Sana Afreen and Neda Shamim

Abstract:
Zizania aqatica, sometimes known as black rice, is renowned for being very nutrient-dense. This is also been referred to as forbidden, emperor, and royal rice. Over 50% of people worldwide eat and rely on rice as a staple. This rice primarily comes from Asian nations. China (62%), Sri Lanka (8.6%), Indonesia (6.2%), and India (5.1%), which hold the fourth position, are the wealthiest nations in terms of black rice farming. It has significant amounts of tocopherols, one of the most potent antioxidants commonly known as vitamin E, and anthocyanin, a type of Antioxidant. Antioxidant-rich foods are dark purple or black. Moreover, it is rich in fiber, protein, carbs, potassium, and B vitamins.