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.

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Is Jasmine Rice Healthy?

Published Nov,29 2018 | By Sarah Pflugradt, MS, RDN

Also known as Thai fragrant rice or Thai Hom Mali rice, long-grained jasmine rice doubles the pleasure of eating a steaming bowl of fluffy rice because of its delicious, nutty taste and characteristic flowery aroma.

Sarah Pflugradt is a registered dietitian nutritionist, writer, blogger, recipe developer, and college instructor. Sarah has experience in clinical nutrition, outpatient nutrition counseling, and WIC Overseas. Sarah has authored many nutrition and wellness articles online and in-print, and has been quoted in digital publications and websites as a nutrition expert. Sarah is the creator and author of Salubrious RD, a food blog dedicated to healthy recipes for individuals and families.