Rice

Rice

It contains all eight essential amino acids, folic acid, and is very low in sodium and has no cholesterol. Basmati has a low to medium glycemic index, meaning that energy is released at a slower, steadier rate leading to a more balanced level of energy. Basmati rice has a long history, dating back hundreds of years. It is believed to have originated in the Himalayan region and was brought to India by traders and missionaries.