Is Brown Rice Safe? The Reasons You Don't Need to Worry!
Creatrip Team
a year ago
Brown rice, considered a symbol of healthy food in Korea, offers superior nutrition compared to white rice, with higher fiber, magnesium, potassium, iron, and vitamin B. It's a whole grain that retains bran, germ, and endosperm, unlike refined white rice. Studies show whole grains like brown rice can reduce the risk of type 2 diabetes, obesity, certain cancers, and cardiovascular diseases. Concerns arose from a study showing higher inorganic arsenic levels in American brown rice compared to white rice, but these levels are below WHO safety standards. In Korea, research indicates arsenic levels in rice are much lower than international safety guidelines, making brown rice safe for consumption. Cooking methods like soaking, washing, or briefly boiling rice can further reduce arsenic levels.
