A new study found toxic metals in rice sold across the U.S. Researchers tested 145 rice products and found arsenic in every sample. They also found cadmium, lead, and mercury. One in four samples had arsenic levels higher than what’s allowed in baby cereal.
Brown rice grown in the southeastern U.S. had the most heavy metals. White rice from that region also had higher levels. Safer options include rice grown in California, Thai jasmine rice, and Indian basmati rice. Cooking rice in extra water and draining it may also help reduce metal levels.
The rice industry says U.S. rice is safe and meets FDA standards. But the group behind the study wants the FDA to set limits for all rice, not just baby food. Experts say switching to lower-metal rice or other grains like quinoa can help lower your risk.
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Publish Date: 2025-06-02 06:00:00