Red rice is a long, grainy rice variety which gets its reddish tinge from the presence of anthocyanin – a water soluble pigment. Available in full hull or partially hulled varieties, red rice comes with a nutty flavour and is high in nutritional content when compared to polished rice. Including red rice in daily diet improves lung capacity, thanks to its copious amounts of magnesium. It not only improves and regulates breathing patterns but also improves oxygen consumption, circulation to each cell in the body. Red rice even in small quantities works wonders in losing weight. It keeps you satiated for long, improves digestion and triggers weight loss. The amount of fat in this versatile rice is an absolute zero, making it an idle main dish be it for lunch or dinner.