“I always vigorously wash my rice especially brown rice. Put it in a pot add lots of water, swish around, dump water, repeat at least three times. You will be amazed at how dirty the water is. Wash til the water is clear and then drain. You will be amazed at the difference.”
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Do the same with your tea bags...Does that work also?
I drink one brand of sencha green tea that needs to be rinsed first.