A new study tested rice sold in stores across New York, and the results are alarming. High levels of toxic heavy metals linked to serious health risks were found in many popular brands.

Toxic heavy metals, including arsenic, cadmium, lead, and mercury, are being found in popular rice brands across the United States.

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This is according to a new study from Healthy Babies, Bright Futures , which tested 145 rice samples from various stores in 20 areas, including New York.

"Rice is the most widely consumed solid food in the world and a dietary staple for over a billion children," Healthy Babies, Bright Futures states. "However, for more than 25 years, it has also been recognized as a major source of arsenic in the diet."

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