For years, brown rice has been labeled the “healthier” choice—but is that reputation truly deserved, or is it time to rethink what we’ve been told?

Some health beliefs seem to stand the test of time, especially when comparing two different foods. Wheat pasta over regular pasta, sweet potatoes over baked potatoes, and brown rice over white rice.

Mild in taste yet rich in nutrients, grains are a go-to at dinnertime thanks to their versatility. They complement nearly any fish, meat, or vegetable. Rice is the world’s third most-produced ...

Quinoa and brown rice both contain good amounts of fiber and protein, but one of these whole grains comes out ahead for both nutrients.