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7. Might treat the common cold

The common cold is low on the health risk lists, but the annoyance it causes encourage researchers to investigate all kind of treatments. Some experts believe that the amount of zinc found in wild rice makes it a good food to take for relieving cold symptoms. Zinc fights the accumulation of bacteria and mucus associated with colds. Although it is possible to get zinc in supplement form, it is preferable to obtain this valuable mineral though eating wild rice and other foods with high zinc content.

Might be a cure for the common cold
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