Perfect Rice: Cooking Methods, Metabolism & Health Facts

How is rice metabolized in the body and which variety is best for diabetics? Learn how to cook perfect rice without a lid, the health benefits of jasmine and Venere rice, and innovative uses for your rice cooker like steaming vegetables.

Rice Vs. Couscous

Published Jul,08 2011 | By Linda Basilicato

Rice is cultivated and consumed all over the world, making it the most popular grain globally. For people living in Asia, rice supplies 35 to 80 percent of caloric intake, according to Duke University. Couscous originates in North Africa and plays a central role in Middle Eastern cuisine.