1. GI Index is not only determined by rice variety
Many people think that just choosing the right rice variety will produce low-GI rice. In reality, it’s not that simple.
The Glycemic Index (GI) of rice is influenced by:
- Rice variety: each has different starch composition.
- Soil – water – microclimate of the growing region.
- Cultivation and harvesting methods.
- Milling and storage process.
→ That’s why the same rice variety grown in two different regions can show significantly different GI levels.
2. Controlled growing regions – guarantee for low-GI rice
At Le Lan, we don’t just select rice varieties, we also:
- Establish growing regions with suitable ecological conditions.
- Monitor cultivation processes to reduce rapid-digesting starch.
- Standardize post-harvest handling – drying – milling.
Each batch of rice must pass independent GI testing (e.g. HUTECH, NCHU…) before being introduced to the market.
3. Uncontrolled growing regions – risks of high GI
When businesses don’t control growing regions, the risks are high:
- No guarantee of stable GI across different crops.
- Risk of “variety mix-ups” when buying from traders.
- No clear legal basis for declaring GI levels.
→ These issues directly harm patients, especially those needing strict blood sugar control.
4. Le Lan – proactive control from variety to growing region
Currently, Le Lan’s ecosystem:
- Has established controlled growing regions in Cambodia & Vietnam.
- Achieved GI < 45 certified by independent labs.
- Is expanding to 35,000 contract farming plots.
Conclusion
Growing regions are the foundation that determine low-GI rice quality. It’s not enough to look only at the rice variety name.
A product designed for diabetic patients must ensure transparency “from field to meal table” – and controlled growing regions are the very first step in building that trust.
CONTACT INFORMATION
Address: 28 Cau Xeo Street, Tan Son Nhi Ward, Ho Chi Minh City
Website: lelaninternational.com
Email: info@lelaninternational.com
Hotline: 0938 250 306
