# item.guide
Side-by-Side Comparison Staple Grains & Cereals

Millet (Proso / Pearl) vs. White Rice (Long Grain)

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

Comparing:
Millet (Proso / Pearl)
White Rice (Long Grain)

Millet is an ancient drought-resistant small-seeded cereal. Per 100g raw, it provides 378 kcal, 72.8g carbohydrates (8.5g fiber), 11.0g protein, and 4.22g fat with a medium glycemic index of 70.

View full Millet (Proso / Pearl) spec sheet →

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
Energy / Calories
378 kcal 365 kcal
Carbohydrates
72.8 g 79.9 g
Dietary Fiber
8.5 g 1.3 g
Net Carbohydrates
64.3 g 78.6 g
Protein
11.0 g 7.13 g
Total Fat
4.22 g 0.66 g
Glycemic Index (GI)
70 (Medium-High) 73 (High)
Water Content
8.7 g 11.6 g
Gluten Status
Naturally Gluten-Free Naturally Gluten-Free
Standard Water-to-Rice Ratio
2.5 : 1.0 (by volume) 2.0 : 1.0 (by volume)