Uzhavan Unavu Organic Traditional Kerala Matta rice / Kerala rice / Kerala Rose Rice - Boiled-1kg

 Kerala Matta rice is a source of many nutrients including carbohydrates, Vitamin A, B, Magnesium and Calcium. The adequate availability of such minerals and vitamins helps in maintaining a healthy body and lively organs. Calcium is an important factor for keeping bones and teeth strong.

 

Matta Rice, also known as Rosematta rice, Palakkadan Matta rice, Kerala Red rice or Red Parboiled rice, is locally sourced from the Palakkad region of Kerala, India. Used in a wide variety of foods, it can be had as plain rice, or be used to make idlis, appams and snacks like murukku and kondattam.

Grown in the dense black cotton soil in parts of Kerala and Karnataka, these yellowish red grains of rice possess their own unique flavour and taste. Not just that, it possesses a fine earthy flavour that makes it a great accompaniment to lamb, beef and other meats.

Matta Rice Benefits

Nutrient Rich

The red pericarp of this rice variety has a high content of nutrients. Pericarp is the healthy outer coat of the rice grain. Polished rice varieties tend to lose this valuable layer when they are ground out to appear shiny and clean. Kerala red rice, however, retains this outer coat for all its natural goodness. With increased quantities of minerals, vitamins, fibre and more.

Best Source Of Magnesium

Magnesium is an important macro-mineral required every day for good health. It is used in several enzymatic reactions in your body, and its deficiency can lead to multiple health conditions.

Half a cup of it has close to 42 g of magnesium. From aiding in nerve signal transmission to preventing heart disease and osteoporosis, Magnesium is a vital component for staying healthy!

Reduces Risk Of Heart Disease & Cancer

Consuming its grains can significantly lower your risk of heart disease and certain cancers. Due to the lower content of fat, saturated fat and cholesterol, it is heart friendly, keeping those important blood vessels clear of clogs and clots.

Meets Your Daily Fiber Requirement

Rich in fiber, it keeps your digestive system running smoothly. Fiber helps add volume and lubrication to your bowel movements, whatever your regular diet may be like. Its high fibre content will leave you feeling fuller even when you eat less. This means that you’re eating just the right amount of your daily calorie intake.

Slows Absorption Of Carbohydrates

The high fibre content also enhances its anti-diabetic properties, by slowing down the absorption of carbohydrates. This helps control the blood sugar rush that usually accompanies a high-sugar low-fibre meal.

Source Of Vitamins A & B

Matta rice also adds other vitamins and minerals to your diet. Its nutrient-rich coat contains generous amounts of Vitamin A, and some forms of Vitamin B. These are extremely important for maintaining many systems of your body and living healthy.

Reduces Blood Pressure

With its high fibre content and low glycemic index, red Matta rice can indirectly help you reduce your blood pressure! One of the reasons of hypertension is the tendency to eat too much. Matta rice helps you stay fit by giving you a sense of early fullness, so you can manage and to an extent even control your hypertension!

Great Source Of Calcium

Matta rice complements your diet with a good dose of calcium, protecting you from painful and cumbersome diseases such as Osteoporosis and weakened bones.