Rice is being eaten by every Filipino family at least three times a day. Fish is the regular viand of Filipinos as the Philippines is basically made of island clusters. Chemical contaminants like lead that may be present in rice may accumulate in the bodies of Filipino adults and children. Since children absorb lead more at 50%
than adults at 20-30% and have less mature organ systems, the possibility of intoxication with the heavy metal is higher. The adults, however, are not free from lead adverse effects.