Are there any small stones in the rice? Are you okay

Small stones in rice are generally not recommended for consumption as they may damage teeth or gastrointestinal mucosa. Small stones may be mixed in due to improper processing and storage, and a small amount can usually be excreted with feces, but there is a risk of scratching the digestive tract.

insufficient cleaning or unclean storage containers during daily rice washing may result in stone residue. This type of foreign object has a small volume and high hardness, and entering the oral cavity may damage the enamel. When chewing, special attention should be paid to abnormal hard objects in the rice grains. If there is no obvious discomfort after swallowing, most of them can be naturally excreted through intestinal peristalsis, during which there may be brief abdominal pain, but usually no special treatment is needed. If sharp stones are accidentally ingested, it may scratch the esophagus or gastrointestinal wall, causing persistent pain behind the sternum, vomiting blood, or black stool. Immediate medical attention is required. Children and those with weaker gastrointestinal function are at higher risk. When stones are trapped in the intestinal obstruction, they may cause severe abdominal pain and vomiting, which need to be located through imaging examination and removed through endoscopy or surgery. Long term consumption of rice containing impurities may also cause chronic gastrointestinal inflammation.

It is recommended to carefully wash the rice until the water is clear before consumption, and choose a legitimate channel to purchase packaged rice. If foreign objects are found in rice, it should be immediately stopped from consumption. After ingestion, drink plenty of water to promote excretion. If there is persistent discomfort, seek medical attention in a timely manner. You can use a sieve to filter or soak and scrub to reduce impurities in daily life. When storing, keep the container sealed and dry to avoid mixing with sand and gravel.