It is an extremely tall variety. The height of this variety can even hide wild elephants when they enter the farm and for this reason it is called as Kattuyanam (meaning wild elephant in Tamil) This variety has a number of medicinal properties. Helps to control diabetics it is very good for heart health it is rich in minerals usually people used to consume kasayam made out of this rice bran and it is an incredible grain to make idli and dosa. The rice of this variety is light red in colour and bold in nature. Health Benefits of Kaatuyanam rice 1. High Fiber Content It is known to prevent or relieve constipation. Moreover, it contains both soluble and insoluble fibre. Soluble fibre It dissolves in water to form a gel-like material. It lowers blood glucose and cholesterol levels. Insoluble fibreâ?? It promotes the movement of materials through the digestive system. It increases stool bulk to relieve constipation for those who are struggling for passing stools. It normalises bowel movement and maintains bowel health. 2. Source Of Vitamin B Kaatuyanam rice helps to keep the cells and nerves healthy. It makes DNA, the genetic material of the cells and prevents folic acid and vitamin b12 deficiency (megaloblastic) anaemia. 3. Ideal For Diabetes Kaatuyanam arise is called the enemy of diabetes. It is a really low glycemic index food. The glycemic index is a measurement of a carbohydrate-containing food raises blood sugar in our body. The kaatuyanam decreases the glucose breakdown in our body that reducing or preventing diabetes. 4. Ideal Source Of Manganese, Zinc and Iron Kaatuyanam helps with amino acid digestion and utilisation. It contributes to many bodily functions like glucose, cholesterol and carbohydrates. It plays an important role in bone formation and bone clotting. Iron is an important component of haemoglobin which helps in the formation of red blood cells which plays an important role in the transportation of O2 from the lungs to other parts of the body. It helps to reduce the risk of iron deficiency anaemia. The zinc plays an important role in the invading virus and bacteria and boosts our immune system. 5. Delays Skin Aging The anthocyanins content in kaatuyanam arise delays ageing and wrinkles, freckles, pigmentation etc.
