The benefits and effects of germinated brown rice and the harm of germinated brown rice

Many people like to keep some brown rice at home and cook porridge or steam rice with it. However, in summer or spring, they will find that the brown rice at home has sprouted. At this time, many people still like to eat these sprouted brown rice. So what are the effects and functions of these sprouted brown rice? Will eating sprouted brown rice cause harm to the body?

The efficacy and function of germinated brown rice

1. Nutritional supplement

Sprouted brown rice can still be eaten, and it has extremely high nutritional value. If you eat it slowly, it will not only absorb a large amount of plant protein and dietary fiber, but also rich vitamins and various minerals. These nutrients can maintain normal metabolism of the human body and improve the functions of various organs of the body. It plays a very positive role in maintaining human health.

2. Anti-cancer

If people eat some sprouted brown rice in moderation, it can also prevent cancer. This is because sprouted brown rice contains ferulic acid and phytic acid. These substances have strong antioxidant capacity and can inhibit the activity of carcinogens in the human body. They can prevent human cells from becoming cancerous and can also stop the regeneration of cancer cells. Regular consumption can significantly reduce the incidence of cancer in the human body.

3. Maintain acid-base balance

People usually eat more sprouted brown rice, which can also maintain the acid-base balance of the body's environment. This is because it is a typical alkaline food that can accelerate the metabolism of various acidic substances in the body. Consistent consumption of it can prevent the appearance of acidic constitution and relieve sub-health in humans, which is of great benefit to maintaining the human body.

The harm of sprouted brown rice

Under normal circumstances, sprouted brown rice does not cause any harm to the human body. On the contrary, it can supplement the body with rich nutrition and prevent some common diseases. However, brown rice that has sprouted and become moldy should not be eaten. It contains some aflatoxin, which is a common carcinogenic ingredient. People who eat such brown rice will have a high incidence of cancer.

The above knowledge not only allows everyone to understand the efficacy and functions of sprouted brown rice, but also makes everyone understand that if sprouted brown rice remains unchanged, it will cause obvious harm to the body and is not suitable for continued consumption.