What Is Black Rice? Here's What Sets It Apart From Basic White Rice!

[{"selector":"#anim-9ec38faf-dc94-4c38-b3c5-34d91e73b2c0","keyframes":{"opacity":[0,1]},"delay":0,"duration":600,"easing":"cubic-bezier(0.2, 0.6, 0.0, 1)","fill":"both"}] [{"selector":"#anim-4a761d48-5cf0-4a7e-90f4-969c22631c31","keyframes":{"transform":["translate3d(0px, 258.03489%, 0)","translate3d(0px, 0px, 0)"]},"delay":0,"duration":600,"easing":"cubic-bezier(0.2, 0.6, 0.0, 1)","fill":"both"}] Black rice, also known as "forbidden rice," is a type of rice that is gaining popularity due to its unique appearance, nutritional value, and potential health benefits. Forbidden Rice Credits: Canva

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