Rice in the homes of India and Asia is not just food, but part of culture. But do you know that this grain served in your plate can be dangerous now? A recent research has made shocking disclosure. Due to climate change, the amount of toxic substances like arsenic in rice is increasing, which can cause fatal diseases like cancer. This news is a serious warning not only for India, but for the whole of Asia, where rice is the main meal of crores of people.

Research opened secret

This study of Columbia University, published in The Lancet Planetary Health Journal, has surprised scientists. Researchers found that as global temperature is increasing by more than 2 ° C, the chemical properties of soil are changing. The increasing carbon dioxide level is also making this problem more serious. outcome? The level of arsenic in rice grains is increasing dangerously. This poisonous substance can cause not only cancer, but heart disease and other serious health problems.

Most impact on India

Rice is not only the basis of food in India, but it is also a livelihood of millions of farmers. But this research has raised the question whether our favorite grain is safe now? Experts say that due to climate change, the arsenic rice crop in the soil is getting rapidly dissolving. Especially in areas where groundwater is already high in arsenic, such as West Bengal and Bihar, this danger is even more serious.

What is the solution?

Scientists and policy makers are now looking for new avenues to deal with this danger. Researchers suggest that varieties of rice should be developed, which reduce arsenic. Also, farmers should use farming techniques that reduce toxic substances in the soil. In addition, consumers are being advised that the amount of arsenic can be reduced to some extent by washing rice thoroughly and cooking in more water.