Of all the grains consumed by humans, rice is the most easily digested. Rice is also the least likely grain to cause an allergic reaction. Whole brown rice, wild rice, white rice and converted rice all have differing levels of nutritional value. Available in a variety of flavors, Quaker Rice Cakes contain whole grain brown rice, and have less than 60 calories each.
Varieties
Varieties of Quaker Rice Cakes include Apple Cinnamon, Caramel Corn, Chocolate Crunch, Lightly Salted, Butter Popped Corn, Cheddar and Salt Free, all containing whole grain brown rice. Quaker also sells Tortillaz, Mini Delights, Quakes and Multigrain Fiber Crisps, all rice-based snack products.
Nutrition Facts
One Lightly Salted Quaker Rice Cake contains 9 g of whole grain brown rice, and has 35 calories. Each rice cake contains no fat, no cholesterol, 15 mg of sodium, 7 g of carbohydrates and 1 g of protein. The Lightly Salted variety is not a significant source of essential vitamins and minerals. Ingredients include whole grain brown rice and salt. These rice cakes have no artificial colors, flavors or preservatives.
Nutritional Background
Rice is a member of the grass family, is gluten-free and non-allergenic, which is why it is often given to infants as a first food. Whole brown rice naturally contains calcium, magnesium, phosphorus and iron, as well as several of the B vitamins. Rice bran is the outer layer of brown rice and is rich in thiamin, niacin, vitamin B6, iron, phosphorus, magnesium, potassium and fiber.Compared to brown rice, white rice does not contain a significant amount of B vitamins. However, similar to flour, white rice can be fortified with essential vitamins and minerals.
Whole Versus Refined Grains
Based on the U.S. Department of Agriculture's, MyPyramid, grains are divided into two groups, whole grains and refined grains. Whole grains consist of the complete kernel, which is the bran or the outside covering, the germ and the endosperm. Brown rice, whole-wheat flour, bulgur or cracked wheat, oatmeal and whole cornmeal are examples of whole grains. Refined grains are milled, which removes the bran and germ. Through this process however, refined grains lose the dietary fiber, iron and several of the B vitamins. Examples of refined grains include white flour, degermed cornmeal and white rice. Quaker Rice Cakes contain whole grain brown rice, so the nutrients are still intact.
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