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Paddy rice was germinated at 35\u00b0C for 0 (control), 12, 24, and 36\u2009h, followed by parboiling and dehusking to obtain GBR. Nutritional analyses focused on mineral, vitamin, and phytic acid contents. Germination significantly increased macro\u2010minerals, including calcium, magnesium, phosphorus, and sodium, by up to 109.8%, 22.1%, 12.1%, and 149.0%, respectively after 36\u2009h of germination. The levels of trace minerals such as zinc, iron, manganese, selenium, and cerium also increased, while phytic acid level decreased with longer germination durations. Vitamin content improved markedly, with increases of 387.5% for B1, 440.0% for B2, and 56.8% for vitamin E, after 36\u2009h of germination. A 24\u2009h germination period was optimal for mineral enrichment, while 36\u2009h maximized the vitamin levels. 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