Black Rice Rivals Pricey Blueberries As Source Of Healthful Antioxidants

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Black Rice Rivals Pricey Blueberries as Source of Healthful Antioxidants

 

 

 

 

ScienceDaily (Aug. 26, 2010) — Health conscious consumers who hesitate at the price of fresh blueberries and blackberries, fruits renowned for high levels of healthful antioxidants, now have an economical alternative, scientists reported at the 240th National Meeting of the American Chemical Society (ACS). It is black rice, one variety of which got the moniker "Forbidden Rice" in ancient China because nobles commandeered every grain for themselves and forbade the common people from eating it.

 

 

http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2010/08/100826093202.htm