8:05 a.m.: Residents in the Portland area and along the Oregon Coast should expect a repeat of Friday's winds and rain on Saturday, though tornadoes such as the two that touched down on the Coast do not appear to be on the menu.
Worst: White rice. The more white rice you eat, the greater your risk of type 2 diabetes, according to a 2012 review. In a study of more than 350,000 people, those who ate the most white rice were at greatest risk for type 2 diabetes, and the risk increased 11 percent for each additional daily serving of rice.
This whole grain is chewier than white rice and has a nutty flavor. You can use this rice for stir-fried meals, salads, pilafs as well as molds or puddings. It can also be used to prepare delicious desserts. Introducing brown rice into your diet will bring tremendous health benefits. Here are the top 10 health benefits of brown rice. 1. Improves Cardiovascular Health. Brown rice is highly beneficial for a healthy heart. Its fiber content helps reduce blockage in the arteries due to plaque buildup.