You probably didn’t know how to spot fake rice when you bought it. Here we’ll show you.
China is the world ‘s largest producer and consumer of rice , producing an incredible 200 million tons annually. However, the Korea Times warned that the product is made of plastic and poses a serious health risk .
Despite initially being considered taboo, various studies have revealed that Chinese rice contains a small amount equivalent to a plastic bag. The study noted that this rice—typically sold in Taiyuan, Shaanxi Province—contains a mixture of potatoes, sweet potatoes, and plastic.
Consuming this fake rice can lead to “chronic toxicity.” The greatest risk of ingesting this product lies in the fact that its effects are not immediate and are reflected in deteriorating health over time. Among the effects are circulatory, liver, hormonal, and behavioral problems , as well as a slower metabolism in humans.
How to identify fake rice from white rice:
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