If the worm-infested time is short, the Mi Chong in the rice should be washed with clear water before cooking. If insects are found in rice for a long time, insects have been everywhere, and rice may be hollow or disconnected, so don't eat rice at this time.

1, rice worms:

The starch content in rice is high, followed by high protein. If the time of insect infestation in rice is not long, rice can be eaten without mildew and long spots. Because Mi Chong mainly feeds on water and starch in rice.

2. Causes of insects:

When the grain is in the field, it may carry rice eggs, and the starch content in rice is relatively high, and it is rich in protein, so it generally does not produce insects. However, when the external environment reaches 20℃-40℃ and the humidity reaches 6℃-95℃, it is easy to hatch Mi Chong, and the propagation speed is very fast. Rice jars store rice all the year round, and some eggs will be hidden in the seams of rice jars and rice bags. When there is rice at home and the outside temperature reaches a certain value, Mi Chong will hatch.

Extended data:

In order to avoid insects and moths in rice at home, you can refer to the following points:

1, don't buy too many meters at a time and put them at home. Generally, one month's consumption is enough.

2. Store the rice in the refrigerator or in a sealed rice barrel. You can put a few dried peppers and garlic in the rice barrel to prevent insects.

3. put the bought rice in the freezer for 2 to 3 days, and there are no worms. Putting it in the freezer at-0/0℃ can kill the eggs hidden in rice, which is the best way to control insects quickly, effectively and harmlessly.