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Mixed grain rice

Mixed grain rice is healthier than white rice because it contains 2 to 3 times more vitamins, minerals, and dietary fiber. It also helps prevent cancer. According to a research team from Seoul National University College of Medicine, women who eat a lot of white rice and little mixed grain rice have a 35% higher risk of developing breast cancer compared to women who do not. The risk of breast cancer increases with the frequency of white rice consumption. The research team estimated that this is because whole grains are rich in dietary fiber compared to refined white rice. The best way to prepare mixed grain rice is by including five types of grains. A study by a research team from Korea Woosuk University analyzed the nutritional content of mixed grains with 5, 8, 16, 17, 20, and 25 different grains, and found that the 5-grain mixture had the highest protein and mineral content, as well as the most effective antioxidant polyphenols.

Cucumbers are a representative low-calorie food rich in dietary fiber. The calorie content of cucumbers is 11 kcal per 100 grams. This is lower than bananas, which have 77 kcal per 100 grams, and tomatoes, which have 19 kcal. Cucumbers contain 96% water, making them effective for replenishing water that can become deficient during dieting, and they easily induce a feeling of fullness. Additionally, cucumbers help improve skin health and relieve fatigue. The vitamin C in cucumbers, ascorbic acid, is involved in collagen synthesis, which is a skin component, preventing skin aging and providing whitening and moisturizing effects. Moreover, the abundant flavonoids and potassium in cucumbers promote diuretic action, helping to excrete sodium and waste products from the body. At the same time, heavy metals accumulated in the body are also expelled, leading to clearer blood.

There are various health benefits to ginger, the main ingredient in young ginger. Ginger's efficacy is so remarkable that Confucius, an adult in China, would always include it in his meals to keep his body warm. The spicy flavor of ginger comes from gingerol and shogaol, which contain anti-inflammatory components that are good for preventing and treating colds. Additionally, the protein-degrading enzyme called diastase in ginger promotes intestinal movement. These benefits of ginger are greater when it is steamed and dried rather than eaten raw.