A Healthier Bowl of Rice: CSIR Develops ‘Designer Rice’ Packed With Protein
Rice sits at the heart of millions of Indian meals From steaming bowls of dal-chawal to comforting plates of curd rice it is a food people grow up with But while rice is filling and familiar nutritionists have long pointed out one concern polished white rice is mostly starch and can cause quick spikes in blood sugar levels In a country where diabetes cases are steadily rising this has been a serious concern That is exactly where Indian scientists have stepped in with an interesting solution Researchers from CSIR have developed what they call designer rice a specially engineered rice that is richer in protein and designed to release sugar more slowly in the body Instead of asking people to give up rice the idea is simple and clever make the rice itself healthier It s a small shift in concept but one that could quietly reshape everyday eating habits
