Tag: Safe cooking methods

According to a 2013 FDA report, domesticated rice was confirmed as a risk factor for arsenic exposure, with wild rice included in the study. This raises the critical question for health-conscious consumers: does wild rice have more arsenic than white rice, and how significant is this difference?

Raw taro contains needle-like crystals of calcium oxalate that can cause painful irritation in the mouth, throat, and on the skin. To cook taro safely, this compound must be neutralized through proper preparation and thorough cooking.