White Rice (Arsenic)
Moderate burden — White Rice (Arsenic) adds a moderate, reducible exposure.
Rice, especially for daily eaters and infants.
The breakdown
Each driver rated 0 (none) to 10 (worst)
Evidence strength: moderate · Detox Score = 100 − hazard×4.6 − exposure×3.4 − persistence×2.6, clamped 1–100.
What this means for you
A Detox Score of 58 places white rice (arsenic) in the Moderate band. Rice takes up inorganic arsenic from soil and water. Rinsing and cooking in a high water-to-rice ratio removes a meaningful share.
Frequently asked questions
Is white rice (arsenic) a toxic exposure?
White Rice (Arsenic) has a Detox Score of 58 out of 100 (Moderate burden), which means it adds a moderate, reducible exposure. Rice takes up inorganic arsenic from soil and water. Rinsing and cooking in a high water-to-rice ratio removes a meaningful share.
What is a safer alternative to white rice (arsenic)?
A lower-exposure swap for white rice (arsenic) is: Rinse well, cook in excess water; vary grains. Rice takes up inorganic arsenic from soil and water. Rinsing and cooking in a high water-to-rice ratio removes a meaningful share.