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Navara rice

Also Known As : Njavara rIce
Technical Name : Oryza sativa linn
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Vegetarian

Taste Profile

It has a subtle sweet taste.

Usage Tips

  1. It is used in sweets like payasam and sweet jaggery rice.

Description

It has medicinal properties and a rich aroma. It is mostly grown in Southern parts of India, especially Kerala. It is a special cereal used in Ayurvedic treatment.

Health benefits

  • It  heals internal wounds.(1)
  • Navara rice paste is used to treat skin problems.(1)
  • It helps to prevent diseases like cancer and diabetes.(1)
  • Navara rice  is used in Navarakizhi (treatment in Kerala used for curing neuromuscular disorders).(2)

Selection Guide

Choose aged navara rice as they are better for cooking.

Resource & Links

(1) https://blog.naturallyyours.in/2015/02/25/navara-rice-rice-that-cures/

(2) https://www.downtoearth.org.in/coverage/navara-the-rice-that-cures-2521

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