It has been debated and proven time and again by several experts and studies that the polished white rice we all commonly consume isn’t necessarily the healthiest. The polishing process strips off the nutrients hidden in the outer surface of the rice kernels, leaving us with mere carb-loaded grains. But Tamil Nadu, ever since the days of our ancestors, has been home to a myriad of rice varieties — which over the years have lost their popularity among households in everyday cooking. It is estimated that of the hundreds of varieties of rice that were originally sown and harvested in the state many decades ago, we now see only about 60 in use, of which less than 20 are common. Here are some indigenous rice varieties that you can get back to using for their numerous health benefits.
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