Aromatic Black Rice flour helps in body metabolism. It also has low glycemic index, hence it is good for diabetic people. This black rice flour is used to prepare dessert, idly, dosa, noodles, Chinese black rice cake, Italian risotto, porridge, and bread.Cultivation:This aromatic black rice of Manipur is traditionally called as Chak Hao Amubi where Chak Hao means delicious and Amubi means black. Black rice or forbidden rice is a rare and very old variety of rice. In India, it is cultivated in Manipur known as Chak Hao. This black rice is glutinous in nature. It is sticky rice that has a slightly nutty flavor. Upon being cooked this black rice turns deep purple due to the high content of anthocyanins. Thus it is also known as purple rice. This black rice prefers warm climates and it takes about 3 to 6 months to grow. It thrives well under full sun and it needs plenty of water. .Health Benefits:1. Aromatic black rice is dense in nutrients and contains powerful antioxidants called anthocyanins that help patients with diabetes and heart disease. It also aids in the functioning of the brain.. It is a rich source of vitamin E and thus good for the skin and hair.. The phytonutrients present in the black rice help to flush out toxins from our body .The rich fiber content helps to regulate bowel movements, diarrhea and bloating.Due to the high content of fiber, it helps to prevent obesity .