Tag: Heavy metals food

According to the Environmental Working Group (EWG), arsenic contamination has been found in both organic and conventional rice. Yes, jasmine rice can contain trace amounts of arsenic, a naturally occurring element found in soil and water that the rice plant absorbs as it grows. This guide explains why and provides actionable steps to minimize exposure.

In 2007, a lawsuit under California's Proposition 65 led to warning labels about trace lead levels on some bottled vinegars, triggering a wave of concern and misinformation. This sparked a common question: does balsamic vinegar contain lead?