Description
- Botanical / Biological Category
Common Name: Sona Masoori Rice
Scientific Name: Oryza sativa (Sona Masoori variety)
Family: Poaceae (Grass family)
Plant Type: Cereal grain / Annual grass
Part Used: Grains (dehusked and polished rice) - Food & Nutrition Category
Food Category: Staple food / Medium-grain rice
Nutritional Category:
- High in carbohydrates
- Low in fat and cholesterol
- Moderate in protein
- Gluten-free
- Contains essential nutrients like iron, calcium, and B-complex vitamins
- Processing / Product Category
Paddy Rice: Harvested, unprocessed rice with husk
Raw Sona Masoori Rice: Dehusked and polished medium-grain rice
Steamed / Parboiled Rice: Partially boiled before milling to retain nutrients and improve texture
Cooked Sona Masoori Rice: Light, fluffy, non-sticky grains with mild aroma and delicate flavor - Health & Ayurvedic Category
Ayurvedic Classification:
- Balances Pitta and Vata, may slightly increase Kapha
- Rasa: Madhura (sweet)
- Guna: Laghu (light), Snigdha (unctuous)
- Virya: Sheeta (cooling)
Used for: Supporting digestion, aiding weight management, providing energy, and maintaining overall body balance
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