Sometimes the original ideas are still the best. The wheel hasn't changed much in thousands of years, and tasty and nutritious spelt, one of the first grains to be grown by early farmers as long ago as 5,000 BC., is finding renewed popularity with American consumers. The Rice Company - Recipes and Information Rice is a member of the grass family. Archeological evidence indicates a sophisticated rice cultivation system existed in China and India over 7,000 years ago. There are 42 rice producing countries in the world, ranging from mountainous Himalayan to lowland delta areas.
Rice is the staple food in Asia, Latin America, parts of Africa, and parts of the Middle East.
Whole grains are a valuable source of nutrients that are generally in short supply in the American diet, including dietary fiber, trace minerals, and certain vitamins. Copyright 2000 KinderStart. Inc. All rights reserved.