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Arsenic in rice

Started by Shelley Torgerson on October 4, 2012
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Shelley Torgerson said #1 Oct 4, 2012 at 8:35am

With the new reports about the arsenic levels in rice being so high, are you guys eating less rice? Have you found a certain rice or way to prepare it that has less arsenic? One of my favorite things to make for dinner is a simple rice bowl, with veggies and a protein. I haven't been making it because I am nervous about the arsenic. Now also, I am pregnant and have been extra worried about passing it along to the baby.

I'd love to hear what you guys think and if you have any suggestions.

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Marissa said #2 Nov 10, 2012 at 9:34am

Hi Shelley, I have the same concerns... Does anyone have any advice?

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Marissa said #3 Nov 10, 2012 at 9:35am

Hi Shelley, I have the same concerns. Brown rice is a huge part of my families diet. Does anyone have advice?

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Peapod said #4 Nov 10, 2012 at 10:42am

well thats totally terrifying.

i found this chart online: http://www.consumerreports.org/cro/magazine/2012/11/arsenic-in-your-food/index.htm#chart

maybe this can help you choose one that how lower amounts.
I read that arsenic is naturally present in soil and acts similar to silica in the way it help rice grow.

but maybe replacing rice with a different whole grain would be wise until there's an answer to this poison rice problem.

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