Black Rice
Black rice is a whole grain providing fiber, manganese, iron, and anthocyanin antioxidants. As with all rice, inorganic arsenic exposure is a concern at high consumption levels, particularly for infants.
What it is
A whole-grain rice (Oryza sativa) with dark purple-black bran rich in anthocyanins.
Whole-grain ingredient used as a side dish or in pilafs and porridges.
Why it's flagged
- inorganic arsenic in rice (general rice issue)
What regulators actually say
"Inorganic arsenic exposure from rice and rice products is a concern, particularly for infants and young children."
"Rice, brown, long-grain, raw — provides manganese, magnesium, and dietary fiber."
Regulatory status
United States — FDA
Whole food; FDA has guidance on inorganic arsenic in infant rice cereal.
European Union — EFSA
Authorized food; max levels for inorganic arsenic in rice apply.
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