Q. Is basmati rice better than regular rice?

Answer

The majority of varieties of rice especially white rice have a high glycemic index; however basmati rice is far lower on the scale. Basmati rice is considered a food with a moderate to the medium glycemic index since its glycemic index ranges from 50 to 58. Even if you suffer from diabetes you may still eat healthily by including basmati rice into your diet in moderate amounts.