58/100

Food

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)

Chemical hazard
4
Everyday exposure
4
Persistence
4

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. None of the three drivers is severe, which keeps the burden manageable. Rice takes up inorganic arsenic from soil and water. Rinsing and cooking in a high water-to-rice ratio removes a meaningful share.

Cleaner swap → Rinse well, cook in excess water; vary grains.
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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.

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