All about the (Brown) Rice How much do you know about the staple food? Rice prices are rising. Well, that is probably the latest news in town. However what else do you know about the white bits that you consumed almost everyday. In this issue, Physique 360 is going to explore the two main types of rice, focusing on the benefits of eating brown rice.
Do you know the main differences of Brown and White Rice?
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Brown-coloured bran intact. Only the outermost “hull” is removed from the grain.
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Brown-coloured bran removed for fluffiness and faster cooking time. Rice is usually processed and polished.
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3.5 grams more fiber than white rice (daily recommended intake is 25-38)
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Nutrients like magnesium, manganese, and zinc are intact.
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Reduced level of the nutrients but fortified with iron and some vitamin B
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 All about the Frozen Meat
With the ongoing food inflation, it seems as if almost impossible to whip up some good dishes with a limited budget. Well, not exactly. In this issue, Physique 360 will bust some myths about the frozen meat and tell you how frozen meat not just helps you reduce your budget but also could be a great ingredient for a delicious meal!
Some myths about frozen meat
Myth #1: Frozen meat doesn’t taste as good as chilled meat.
The truth: Well, freezing of meat not just lengthen its shelf life but also helps to maintain freshness, taste, nutritional value and quality. So there’s nothing to worry about the taste!
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 All about the Sports Drink
We probably think we know it all. Isotonic (or maybe Hypotonic & Hypertonic) drink that seems to be a better choice compared to water. Sometimes for its flavour, sometimes it’s just psychological, a better drink probably lead to better performance. Is it really true? In this issue, we will try as much as possible to eliminate the questions you have about sports drink.
What are they?
In general, there are 3 types of sports drinks, Isotonic, Hypotonic and Hypertonic.
Isotonic drinks helps to replace fluids that is lost by sweating and helps to supply a boost of carbohydrates during exercise. This is also a choice for the average athlete!
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