Question on Rice?

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Registered: 06-04-2003
Question on Rice?
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Wed, 02-09-2005 - 7:59pm
It says "converted rice" does that mean like 'Uncle Bens Converted Rice" Or is there some other kind it is speaking of? Personally, I'm cool with Brown rice, but my Dh hates it. so if I could make him that other one, perhaps it will be a happier dinner! Thanks!!

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Registered: 04-01-2004
Wed, 02-09-2005 - 8:25pm

Hi Karen,


Here is a clarification on rice from the nutritionist:


Brown rice is still the best choice for rice. Converted or parboiled rice is the second best choice following brown rice. Basmati and wild rice may also be enjoyed.


The types of rice that are not good choices are instant white, Jasmine or sticky rice.


Hope this helps clarify your confusion on rice.



Sandy / SBD Nutritionist

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Registered: 06-04-2003
Thu, 02-10-2005 - 11:40am
Thank you Cathy! That clarifies it for me! Dh Will be so happy! I am trying to find some recipes to make the brown rice more enjoyable for him, but I know that if he at least has a choice for converted, he will be more compliable to program. lol. Ohh, I finally had a downward movement on the scale again! YAY! I'm down 2lbs! Now I have to lose another .5 to be back to where I was when I started phase 2, but I am more confident that it will come now! Hurray for endurance! =o)Thanks again! Karen

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Registered: 12-19-2002
Thu, 02-10-2005 - 12:06pm

Hi Karen, just a thought, but what if you mix the brown rice and converted rice, sort of a 50/50 blend?

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Registered: 04-01-2004
Thu, 02-10-2005 - 6:21pm

Glad I could help.

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Registered: 06-04-2003
Thu, 02-10-2005 - 8:02pm
Thank you Maggie, that is great idea! I will try that tomorrow night. And YES, I got

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Registered: 06-04-2003
Thu, 02-10-2005 - 8:04pm
Mmmmmm, thats sounds really good! Can I find the brown basmati rice in a regular grocery store, or will I have better luck at a whole foods store? I may have to go in search for that tomorrow on my travels! Thank you!!

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Registered: 04-01-2004
Thu, 02-10-2005 - 9:03pm

My regular grocery store carries it.

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Registered: 03-25-2003
Thu, 02-10-2005 - 10:22pm
Oh, I have seen that brand in my store! Now that I see the box, I remember seeing it! Thank you, I will go pick that up tomorrow! Thank you!!


I hope this year brings you into God's wonderful Grace, and abundant love!


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Registered: 04-01-2004
Fri, 02-11-2005 - 6:57am
You're welcome!

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