Rice is used as a staple food in many cultures. White rice is high in minerals and rich in vitamins. Rice contains a very low amount of saturated fat and cholesterol. That makes it good food for the heart.
Rice is the staple food of over half the world's population. Cooked, unenriched, white, long-grained rice is composed of 68% water, 28% carbohydrates, 3% protein, and negligible fat (table). In a 100 gram serving, it provides 130 calories and contains no micronutrients in significant amounts, with all less than 10% of the Daily Value (DV) (table). Cooked, white, short-grained rice also provides 130 calories and contains moderate amounts of B vitamins, iron, and manganese (10–17% DV) per 100 gram amount (table).