Pearl rice.

Japonica rice is generally pearl-shaped in appearance, with smooth rice grains and a plump middle. Therefore, japonica rice generally sold in supermarkets is also called pearl rice, while indica rice is also called fragrant rice in supermarkets because of its fragrant taste. The reason why it is called this is to make it sound better and more appetizing.

Japonica rice, also called japonica corn, has a history of more than 2,000 years in our country. Japonica rice has high nutritional value and medical value. In addition to being used to cook rice, japonica rice is also very suitable for cooking porridge. Porridge cooked with japonica rice is softer and glutinous than other rice, and tastes thicker.

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Notes:

1. The carbohydrate and sugar content in japonica rice is very high, so patients with diabetes should not eat it.

2. When cooking rice porridge, be sure not to add alkali, which will destroy the vitamins in the japonica rice.

3. Washing rice should not be done too many times to avoid affecting the absorption of nutrients.

4. Eating japonica rice and barley together: it can nourish the spleen and remove dampness.

5. Eating japonica rice and black rice together: it can whet the appetite, benefit the heart, and improve eyesight.

6. Eating japonica rice and chrysanthemum together: it can strengthen the spleen and stomach.

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