In grass family, though some plants have 100 of chromosomes, e.g., in cultivated sugarcane, the basic chromosome numbers lay in a range from n = 2 to 17 (Grass-phylogeny-working-group-II, 2012). For example, rice. Sorghum, maize, and wheat have n = 12, 10, 10, and 7 basic chromosomes, respectively.

On the evidence so far, Syngenta reckon rice has about 40,000 genes. The BGI group plump for around 50,000.

42 chromosomes

A total of 5,993 non-transposable element related genes are present on these chromosomes.

The stem of rice popularly known as the haulm or the culm, is generally erect, cylindrical, hollow at the internodes and solid at the nodes….Botany of Paddy.

Southwest Himalayas has various types and varieties and indicated probable centre of origin. De Condolle (1886) and Watt (1862) mentioned south India is the centre of rice origin. Vavillov suggested that India and Myanmar should be regarded as the centre of origin of cultivated rice.

South America

China

For the third straight year, the World Rice Conference has voted Cambodian rice as the world’s best. This year Cambodia shares the award with Thailand.

India

World’s Best Rice 2019 Winner: Vietnam ST25 rice. World’s Best Rice 2018 Winner: Cambodia Jasmine.

White Rice

Is rinsing or washing Mahatma® White Rice necessary? No, the rinsing removes the enrichment.

In short, it can be fattening if eaten with an unhealthy diet, but weight loss friendly if eaten with a healthy and well-balanced diet. Summary: In Asian countries, rice is consumed up to six times per day.

Long-grain white rice and white jasmine rice contain very similar amounts of calories, carbs, protein, and fiber….Similar nutritional profiles.

“Unlike plain white rice, which is stripped of most nutrients, jasmine rice contains iron and niacin, which help aid in the production of red blood cells in the body and convert carbohydrates to glucose for energy.” However, Friedman also warns, “White jasmine rice has a high glycemic index and may cause a spike in …

Jasmine rice looks very similar to other long-grain white rices. Compared to short-grain white rice, it is about four times as long, and much thinner. Long-grain rices such as jasmine rice also tend to produce a fluffier rice when cooked. Jasmine rice has a stronger smell than most other white rices.

Supports Digestive Health Brown jasmine rice has a higher fiber content than white jasmine rice. Brown rice is less processed which means that fiber and nutrients remain intact. Dietary fiber normalizes bowel movements and helps maintain your digestive health.

Basmati rice is the overall best choice. Brown or white, it has the least amount of arsenic and the most vitamins and minerals, plus it’s not as calorically dense as most other types of long grain rice. Really, adding more rice to your diet, regardless of the type, is a healthy move.

Dietary Guidelines suggest that at least half of your grains be from whole grains, and brown rice is considered a whole grain. But even white rice has nutrients. It is considered a good source of folate. In short, YES, rice is a healthy staple that offers many nutrients.

The rice plant accumulates more arsenic than most other food crops. This becomes a problem where soil or water sources are contaminated with arsenic. High intake of arsenic is associated with an increased risk of cancer, heart disease and type 2 diabetes.