New rice fights diabetes – level 2

New rice fights diabetes

28-11-2024 07:00

In the Philippines, scientists developed a new type of rice that is low in sugar and high in protein.

This rice could help reduce the risk of diabetes. After ten years of research, scientists found a way to create this rice with healthier traits. Companies could sell it in Asia, where most of the world’s rice comes from. Experts say this rice alone will not solve the diabetes problem. The biggest problem is sugary foods and drinks, which are available everywhere.

Obesity is also a big problem, and many people eat too much sugar. Although this new rice may help, people need to eat healthy food and keep fit.

Difficult words: diabetes (a disease where blood sugar is too high), trait (a quality or feature), obesity (being very fat).

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