The Following: Brown Rice Flour

Brown rice flour is made from whole brown rice that has been ground into a fine powder. It is a gluten-free alternative to wheat flour and is used in a variety of baked goods and other food products. Brown rice flour has a slightly nutty flavor and a coarser texture than white rice flour.

Brown rice flour is often used as a gluten-free flour in baking, including breads, muffins, and cookies. It can also be used as a thickener for sauces and gravies. Manufacturers add it to products like energy bars and snacks for its nutritional content and texture.

Brown rice flour is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA. It is a source of fiber and nutrients. While it is a whole grain, brown rice can contain arsenic, a naturally occurring element. The FDA has set guidance levels for arsenic in infant rice cereal, and recommends that consumers vary their diet and limit rice consumption, especially for children. JECFA has evaluated arsenic and set maximum levels for it in certain foods.