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Can You Get Arsenic Poisoning From Brown Rice?

You can use brown rice in a manner that reduces the exposure to arsenic, including soaking the rice before cooking for a more extended period.

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Written By: Tavishi Dogra | Updated : May 21, 2024 6:25 PM IST

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We all must be familiar with the alternative to white rice, which is brown rice. It is famous for its healthy quality, but there are some related facts that we should be aware of, too. Brown rice consumes more water and soil for its growth. Arsenic is a naturally appearing feature found in water and soil. Let's try to make it clear to you whether consuming brown rice will be a good alternative or not. Rice is the typical daily product in our diet, and how people are attracted to healthy, gluten-free, vegan items has increased the demand for products like brown rice.

The cause of concern here is the presence of inorganic arsenic in our daily food items. Have a look at the factors affecting you to get arsenic poisoning from brown rice shared by Dr Chanchal Sharma:

  1. The regulation on the amount of arsenic used: Scientists and nutritionists can assess the effects of arsenic on health and then convey them to the public, but you will have to understand that different countries have different regulatory frameworks for the use of arsenic in various food items, including rice.
  2. Consumer habits: Since arsenic is a naturally occurring element, small amounts of arsenic may not be poisonous to your health, but increasing the amount of arsenic in your diet based on brown rice may affect your health. The amount may also depend on the consumer's age and weight.

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  3. Regional variation: Take the example of cities in geographical regions where rice production is comparatively higher than other grains. In that case, rice will cover most of their daily diet, making them more likely to get arsenic poisoning from brown rice.
  4. Health issues: Everyone's health and immunity power differ, but some diseases may adversely affect your health after consuming arsenic. These diseases are cancer, cardiovascular disease, and skin-related problems. These risks arise after long-term consumption of arsenic, but the effect of the use of arsenic in small quantities is still a matter of research.

How Can We Decrease The Negative Impacts Of Arsenic In Brown Rice?

You can use brown rice in a manner that reduces the exposure to arsenic, including soaking the rice before cooking for a more extended period. You may also increase the amount of water in your rice while cooking. Wisely choose the rice for your daily use and reduce the consumption of brown rice. Including other food grains instead may also help.

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Tavishi Dogra

Tavishi Dogra

A postgraduate in Journalism and Mass Communication, Tavishi Dogra has 7 years of experience working with leading media brands, including Hindustan Times, Dainik Jagran, Financial Express and Rajya Sabha Television. As a Senior Sub Editor on Thehealthsite.com, she ... Read More