Brown rice is rich in magnesium and fiber, which help control blood sugar levels. Research shows that regularly eating whole grains like brown rice helps lower blood sugar levels and reduces the risk of type 2 diabetes. The glycemic index of brown rice is lower than that of white rice,

Therefore, people with diabetes can consume brown rice in limited quantities. Being a good source of fiber it reduces high cholesterol levels and prevents atherosclerosis which is good for your heart. This is exactly the local brown rice produced by the farmers.