Rice is a staple food in India and many other parts of the world. However white rice is rich in calories and carbohydrates and many people who want to lose weight or have diabetes are advised to avoid it and consume brown rice instead as it is healthier. What makes it healthier? Brown rice is like an unrefined version of white rice and has the hull and bran intact making it high in fibre and giving it a lower glycaemic index. Besides this here are some more benefits of brown rice. 1. Helps in weight loss Brown rice is slightly