Black rice, also known as forbidden rice or purple rice, is a whole grain that’s been consumed in China, Korea, and Japan for centuries. In ancient China, black rice was reserved exclusively for emperors and wealthy people, hence the name “forbidden rice”. Since then, black rice has been used in traditional Chinese medicine to strengthen kidney function, promote circulation, and treat diabetes and anemia.
Fatty and sugary foods contribute to obesity, Type 2 diabetes, heart disease, certain cancers and a host of other chronic health issues. Next time you order a pizza or whip up a creamy risotto, go ahead and load on the mushrooms. As research says, adding more of the edible fungi into your diet may be one way to counteract the health risks associated with the Western-style diet. 🍏 Eating More Mushroom is Good For Your Gut As Edible Fungi Lower Heath Risks, Says Study.