Baby-Led Weaning with Katie Ferraro Pasta Water Cooking Method for Making Rice Lower in Arsenic
Aug 29, 2022
Discover how to make rice safer for your family using the pasta water cooking method, which effectively lowers arsenic levels. This technique is especially vital for baby food safety, ensuring your little ones are protected from harmful substances. Plus, debunk myths around nutrient loss while learning about the health benefits of reducing arsenic exposure. Tune in for practical tips that can transform your family's meals and enhance your peace of mind!
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Pasta Water Method Cuts Arsenic
- Cook rice using the pasta water method: boil rice in 6 to 10 parts water to 1 part rice and then drain the water.
- This method can reduce arsenic levels in rice by up to 60%, especially with parboiled rice.
Source Rice Carefully
- Choose basmati rice from California, India, or Pakistan to reduce arsenic exposure.
- Avoid basmati rice from southern and southeastern United States due to higher soil arsenic levels.
Iron Loss Minimal with Brown Rice
- The pasta water method reduces arsenic but causes only about a 10% iron loss in brown rice.
- Don't rely on rice as your baby's main iron source; offer other iron-rich foods for balance.