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Side-by-Side Comparison Staple Grains & Cereals

Sorghum vs. White Rice (Long Grain)

Comparing 2 standards across 10 specifications. 9 key differences identified.

Comparing:
Sorghum
White Rice (Long Grain)
Sorghum →

Sorghum (Sorghum bicolor) is an ancient gluten-free grain rich in polyphenol antioxidants. Per 100g raw, it provides 329 kcal, 72.1g carbohydrates (6.7g fiber), 10.6g protein, and 3.46g fat with a medium glycemic index of 62.

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White Rice (Long Grain) →

Milled long-grain white rice has its husk, bran, and germ removed. Per 100g raw, it provides 365 kcal, 79.9g carbohydrates (0.9g fiber), 7.13g protein, and 0.66g fat with a high glycemic index of 73.

View full White Rice (Long Grain) spec sheet →

Specification Comparison Table

10 Parameters
Parameter / Spec
Sorghum
White Rice (Long Grain)
Energy / Calories
329 kcal 365 kcal
Carbohydrates
72.1 g 79.9 g
Dietary Fiber
6.7 g 1.3 g
Net Carbohydrates
65.4 g 78.6 g
Protein
10.6 g 7.13 g
Total Fat
3.46 g 0.66 g
Glycemic Index (GI)
62 (Medium) 73 (High)
Water Content
12.4 g 11.6 g
Gluten Status
Naturally Gluten-Free Naturally Gluten-Free
Standard Water-to-Rice Ratio
3.0 : 1.0 (by volume) 2.0 : 1.0 (by volume)

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