Arsenic – Sources, Health Risks & Food Limits
Learn about arsenic: sources in rice and water, health risks of inorganic arsenic, and EU food limits to reduce exposure.
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Arsenic is a naturally occurring metalloid found in the earth’s crust, water, and certain foods.
High levels of inorganic arsenic, the most toxic form, are often present in rice, seafood, and drinking water. Organic arsenic compounds, primarily found in fish and shellfish, are generally less harmful.
Health risks mainly arise from long-term exposure to inorganic arsenic. It has been classified as carcinogenic by both the WHO and the IARC. Chronic intake may lead to skin lesions, vascular disease, liver and kidney damage, and a higher risk of skin, lung, and bladder cancers.
To protect consumers, the European Union has set strict maximum levels for inorganic arsenic in foods, particularly in rice-based products and infant food. Risk can be further reduced by thoroughly washing rice and cooking it in excess water, which significantly lowers arsenic content.
Key Facts about Arsenic
- Natural metalloid, common in rice, seafood, and drinking water
- Inorganic arsenic is highly carcinogenic
- EU limits and cooking practices reduce exposure risk
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