Ottadaiyan Rice

Quick Overview

Ottadaiyan rice is a type of hand-pounded rice. It is red in color and has similar benefits as black rice. Ottadaiyan rice improves immunity and strengthens our bodies. It provides a large amount of stamina, which helps in being active all day. Ottadaiyan rice was widely used in 4-5 decades and has been recently gaining attention for its various health benefits. Ottadaiyan rice is grown and cultivated for a period of 180-200 days. It is widely cultivated in places like Karaikal and Nagapattinam. It has cooling properties which reduce body heat. Ottadaiyan rice also helps in reducing blood sugar levels, reducing the risk of diabetes.