White Rice Vs Brown Rice

MrTolerable

So I made white rice for the first time last night - took hardly anytime to cook, and I was wondering if there is much of a difference health wise vs White rice against the Brown Rice as in nutritional content.

In addition to cooking faster I can put more back without feeling full as quick or as bloated when done - which is great for me because I suck at bulking

- literally gaining like half a pound to a pound a month here...

MrTolerable

what prompts the question is my girlfriend knows I'm a fit freak so she was teasing me for 'cheating' & going to the white side... rice wise

she is Hispanic

joneallen

The white vs. brown rice thing is absurd. There is such a small difference in nutritional value, so just eat what you like.

I personally LOVE Jasmine rice.

MrTolerable

Jasmine rice is what goes with garlic right?!

I may give that a try!

and thanks for the prompt response.

joneallen

I never had it with garlic. It's a Thai rice with almost a nutty aroma. Very sweet tasting.

KarenJanine

Per 100g (coooked):

White: 130 cal, 0.3g fat, 28g carbs, 0.4g fibre, 2.7g protein

Brown: 111 cal, 0.9g fat, 23g carbs, 1.8g fibre, 2.6g protein

In terms of micros brown rice has more magnesium and potassium but otherwise there are minimal differences.

Aside from a bit more fibre, there's not really much difference.

Sabine_Stroehm

In general: as long as it's real rice and not minute rice there's not a lot of nutritional difference. That said, if you choose brown rice, and choose whole wheat bread (i.e. choose the healthier among two) throughout your day and throughout your diet the nutrients add up.
On a bulk? I have no opinions as to which is more preferable.

cwlsr

I will keep it short! If you like all types of rice then spend $20.00 and buy yourself a rice cooker. You just put in rice and water or anything else you would like to cook with it. After that just push a button and It (cooker) will let you know when the rice is ready to eat. One of the most valuable cooking items in any kitchen.

Sabine_Stroehm

cwlsr wrote: »

I will keep it short! If you like all types of rice then spend $20.00 and buy yourself a rice cooker. You just put in rice and water or anything else you would like to cook with it. After that just push a button and It (cooker) will let you know when the rice is ready to eat. One of the most valuable cooking items in any kitchen.

Agreed.

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tennisdude2004

White rice - tastes better and nutrients are better absorbed by your body!

berriboobear

As a past rice addict... white rice may be considered slightly less healthy, although there is a huge hubbub about brown rice being healthier.

When it comes down to it... manage your portions and work it in your daily calories

MrTolerable

cwlsr wrote: »

I will keep it short! If you like all types of rice then spend $20.00 and buy yourself a rice cooker. You just put in rice and water or anything else you would like to cook with it. After that just push a button and It (cooker) will let you know when the rice is ready to eat. One of the most valuable cooking items in any kitchen.

Yeah share an apartment with the younger bro, and he just got one
Makes life simpler - and less expensive - rice is cheap and bulking is expensive

Solkre2

I use brown rice because it has a lower glycemic index. I think I'll be reducing my rice intake and doing more beans though, since they have higher protein and an even lower GI.

auddii

BFDeal wrote: »

Brown rice gets pulled over by the cops more for no reason. Other than that there's not much difference right?

Ha!

mburks

My husband is Philipino - so its kind of taboo to eat brown rice with Philipino food. Plus it really hurts by tummy. The pain of digesting this food is very hard on my system. I make Jasmine rice and I only use a small dessert bowl to eat the rice. All the rest of the vegetables and meat is using a regular bowl. We found smaller bowls and they are a live saver for me. I eat what makes me feel good. Foods that makes my belly hurt, head hurt, back hurt, etc. I don't eat. Eat what makes you feel good.

Wheelhouse15

To me the biggest difference is that brown rice is more filling and has slightly fewer calories so it's generally used as bro food for cutting. I prefer white rice most of the time.

gothchiq

Brown rice apparently has more fiber and some more nutrients, but I just can't stand the taste or texture. I eat good quality jasmine or Basmati rice in limited quantities. If you are a fan of rice, it might be a good thing to buy a rice cooker as it times itself, is always correctly done and it never burns, and so forth. No more ruined pots and smoky kitchen if something takes your attention away lol!

jimmmer

It's irrelevant.

Eat what you prefer inside your calorie goal.

giantrobot_powerlifting

You can't make sticky-rice with brown rice. I rest my case.

aplcr0331

nakedraygun wrote: »

You can't make sticky-rice with brown rice. I rest my case.

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Wheelhouse15

MrM27 wrote: »

Brown rice tastes like dirt.

You can't make sticky rice, it tastes like dirt BUT it has a bit more fibre...wow tough choice!

jpaulie

sticky rice for me with peanut sauce

Brown has a bit for fiber and a few less carbs if it matters to you

Velum_cado

I prefer the texture of brown rice. I also like that it has more fibre. I know it doesn't have LOADS more fibre, but I take it where I can get it. Whatever.

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royaldrea

I hate brown rice, it tastes so bad like I would honestly rather eat cauliflower rice than brown rice. I kinda even dislike people who say they prefer brown rice to white rice...I can never fully trust them.

jimmmer

royaldrea wrote: »

I hate brown rice, it tastes so bad like I would honestly rather eat cauliflower rice than brown rice. I kinda even dislike people who say they prefer brown rice to white rice...I can never fully trust them.

I like the nutty texture, but the extra 15-20 mins to cook? Just can't commit to it...

silentKayak

Brown rice has more arsenic, so I would avoid it and get your fiber elsewhere, especially if you prefer white rice overall.

http://consumerreports.org/cro/magazine/2012/11/arsenic-in-your-food/index.htm

Tblackdogs

Wow. I feel so much better now. I always thought that I was the only one who didn't like brown rice. There is something so comforting about white rice. I'd never give it up! I'm happy to get my fiber other ways!

TheRoadDog

Can't make decent Shrimp Fried Rice with leftover Brown Rice.