what does rice contain
Unenriched white rice is mostly carbohydrate (89%), some protein (8%) and little fat (1%). It has some dietary fiber, calcium, and potassium. Brown rice is 83% carbohydrate, 9% protein and 7% fat. It also has dietary fiber (6x more than white rice), calcium and potassium (about double amount as in white rice). Rice is usually sold as simply rice, it may be enriched with vitamins and minerals. When cooked it contains a lot of water.