Facts about Ryan's & grain nutrition
Science, stories, and surprising truths about your bowl of uji.
Orange-fleshed sweet potato is one of the richest plant sources of Vitamin A
Just one serving of Ryan's delivers a significant portion of your daily Vitamin A requirement, supporting vision, immune function and healthy growth.
Ryan's eliminates the need for cooking
Traditional porridge requires 30-45 minutes over a fire. Ryan's is ready in 2 minutes, significantly reducing biomass fuel consumption and lowering household carbon emissions.
Sorghum is one of Kenya's most drought-resistant crops
By including sorghum, Ryan's actively supports farmers growing climate-resilient crops, ensuring food security and stable livelihoods even in low-rainfall years.
Soybeans are the only plant protein classified as 'complete'
Unlike most plant proteins, soybeans contain all 9 essential amino acids. That's why Ryan's delivers 12.8g of protein per 100g, more than most porridges.
Pre-gelatinisation makes grains more digestible
When grains are cooked (gelatinised) and then dried, the starch structure changes permanently, making them easier to digest and quicker to prepare with water.
Iron deficiency is the world's most common nutritional deficiency
Ryan's multi-grain blend naturally provides iron from maize and soybeans, supporting energy production, cognitive function, and immune health with every bowl.
The first 1,000 days are critical for brain development
From conception to age 2, adequate nutrition directly shapes a child's cognitive capacity. Ryan's is safe for babies from 6 months and supports this critical window.
Dietary fibre supports digestion and blood sugar control
With 6.8g of fibre per 100g, Ryan's helps slow glucose absorption, keeping you fuller for longer and reducing blood sugar spikes after eating.
Every bag of Ryan's is 100% locally produced
From the farmers who grow the ingredients to the KIRDI facility where it's processed, Ryan's Instant Uji Mix is entirely Kenyan, from farm to shelf.