BR 88 Rice Pack Size : 5 KG

Description: Based on current market trends, BRRI dhan88 (a high-yielding Boro rice variety) is sold in local

markets, often premium medium-grain rice. BR 88 (often referred to as a variety of brown or semi-polished rice in

South Asian contexts) offers several health benefits due to its nutritional composition, which includes high levels of

fiber, protein, and essential micronutrients, especially when compared to polished white rice.

Key health benefits associated with the consumption of brown/rice bran varieties like BR 88 include:

1. Cardiovascular Health Improvement

 Lowering Bad Cholesterol: Rice bran components, including gamma-oryzanol, can significantly reduce

low-density lipoprotein (LDL or "bad") cholesterol.

 Improving Blood Pressure: It contains bioactive peptides that help act as ACE inhibitors, which can assist

in reducing high blood pressure.

2. Diabetes Management (Glycemic Control)

 Lower Glycemic Index: BR 88 has a lower glycemic index compared to white rice, meaning it causes a

slower, steadier rise in blood sugar.]

 Improved Insulin Resistance: Regular consumption can improve insulin resistance and help manage

postprandial (after-meal) blood glucose levels.

 3. High Dietary Fiber Content

 Digestion and Gut Health: The fiber in the bran supports digestive health, promotes regular bowel

movements, and improves gut microbiota.

 Satiety: The high fiber helps keep you full for longer, which can assist in managing calorie intake.

4. Rich in Nutrients and Antioxidants

 Antioxidant Power: The outer layers of the rice are rich in phytochemicals, such as ferulic acid, gamma-

oryzanol, and tocotrienols, which help fight oxidative stress and premature cell aging.

 Essential Minerals: It provides essential minerals, including magnesium, phosphorus, iron, and zinc, which

are crucial for overall health and immune function.

5. Weight Management

 Anti-obesity Effects: Studies on whole-grain rice consumption suggest it helps reduce body mass index

(BMI) and waist circumference when replacing refined carbohydrates