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Did you know Kerala's famous Matta rice, also known as Kerala red rice, is registered with a Geographical Indication (GI) tag, recognizing its unique origin and quality? This distinct status is a clue to the main question: why is Kerala rice different from other types of rice?

According to a 2019 Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health study, nutrient changes in rice grown under elevated CO2 levels could cause widespread B vitamin deficiencies. While this is a long-term environmental concern, many people question if rice depletes vitamins or if cooking methods are the cause of vitamin loss.