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Brown Rice

Brown rice is comparatively less processed than white rice because, in brown rice, only the hull is removed, whereas white rice, bran, and germ are separated in white rice. Therefore, it is highly nutritious and has vitamin B1, vitamin B3, vitamin B5, vitamin B6, and minerals like iron, magnesium, phosphorous, zinc, manganese, selenium, and copper. It also contains antioxidants that are needed to prevent cardiac diseases, tumors, and premature aging.

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Can a diabetic taking Metformin and Glimepiride consume brown rice?

Query: Hello doctor, My sugar level is 190 mg/dL. Metformin 500 with Glimepiride 2 is my daily medicine. I take half twice daily. Can I eat brown rice regularly?  Read Full »

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Dr. Suneetha B S

Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. You can safely eat brown rice or whatever kind of rice or grains that your ancestors have been eating. However, it is important to control the sizes of your food portions. I recommend that you use a measuring cup of whatever size you want. ...  Read Full »

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