India, June 3 -- Rice is a staple food in multiple parts of the world, with over 3.5 billion people consuming it regularly. Brown rice and black rice are often considered to be two of the most beneficial rice varieties today. But which of them is healthier?

Understanding the Fundamental Difference

Both brown rice and black rice are unrefined whole grains. Brown rice contains flavonoids and phenols, but black rice is loaded with anthocyanin antioxidants. Brown rice has a nutty and chewy texture while black rice has a mild sweetness. Shelf life of both is similar at 6 to 8 months.

Nutritional Comparison of Brown Rice & Black Rice

Most health experts agree that black rice is the more nutrient-heavy variant between the two, due to its hig...