For Instant Energy Supply: The body can digest and absorb the carbohydrate in rice flakes relatively quickly. Nervous & Metabolic Disorders: The vitamins present in rice flakes are able to keep the nervous system in good condition and aid the conversion of blood sugar into cellular energy. Cancer of the Colon: Rice Flakes may decrease the risk of colonic cancer. This is partly the rice bran helps to bulk the stools and speed up the muscular contractions of the intestinal wall. Gluten free product: Many people have gluten intolerance (celiac disease) and can not digest gluten containing foods. People having celiac disease can safely eat Rice flakes which are free from gluten.