Bio Basics Poongkar Rice - Unpolished & Parboiled

Description:

• Traditional red rice variety of Tamil Nadu
• Recommended for pregnant women and lactating mothers
• Controls weight
  
• Poongkar Rice is a heritage variety of rice from Tamil Nadu.
• It is commonly known as Women’s Rice because it provides many benefits to women.
• Poongkar Rice improves the health of pregnant women and builds resistance to diseases.
• The rice is given to women in the form of Kanji/porridge to help with normal delivery and to increase lactation after delivery.
• It also cures hormonal problems in women.
• This semi-polished, bold, red rice has 30-35% bran.
• When cooked, the rice has a nice nutty flavour and a slightly sticky texture.
• You can have it with all Indian curries. 
• The rice is highly satiating, which means it keeps you full for longer, thus controlling hunger pangs.
• Poongkar Rice is a short duration crop grown during the Kar or summer season.
• The paddy is harvested, aged and then milled. Bio Basics sources Poongkar Rice from an organic farmers’ group and a PGS-certified single farm in Thanjavur district in Tamil Nadu.
• Rich in micronutrients that improve strength and stamina
• Lowers cholesterol level
• Controls weight-related problems
• Prevents stomach-related problems