fish sellers may sometimes use harmful chemicals like formalin (a formaldehyde solution) and ammonia to preserve fish, especially in areas with inadequate cold storage facilities. These chemicals are used to keep fish looking fresh for longer periods, as formalin slows down decomposition and ammonia helps mask the foul odor of stale fish. While this may benefit sellers in maintaining the appearance of the fish, it poses serious health risks to consumers.
Formalin is a known carcinogen, which means long-term exposure can increase the risk of cancer. Consuming fish contaminated with formalin can lead to various health issues, including gastrointestinal problems, nausea, vomiting, and irritation of the skin and eyes. In this case, Muslim fish sellers have used this to sell fish where a Hindu community resides. The above video clearly explains it all.
Prolonged ingestion of formalin or similar toxic substances can cause kidney damage, potentially leading to kidney failure. The kidneys play a vital role in filtering harmful substances from the bloodstream, and the intake of chemical-laden fish over time can overwhelm the kidneys, impairing their function. Formaldehyde poisoning is particularly harmful to the liver and kidneys, making people more susceptible to chronic diseases.
Government authorities in various countries are increasingly monitoring and regulating the use of chemicals in food preservation, but consumers should remain cautious and try to purchase fish from trusted sources. Proper washing and cooking may reduce, but not eliminate, the risks of chemical contamination.
Formalin is a known carcinogen, which means long-term exposure can increase the risk of cancer. Consuming fish contaminated with formalin can lead to various health issues, including gastrointestinal problems, nausea, vomiting, and irritation of the skin and eyes. In this case, Muslim fish sellers have used this to sell fish where a Hindu community resides. The above video clearly explains it all.
Prolonged ingestion of formalin or similar toxic substances can cause kidney damage, potentially leading to kidney failure. The kidneys play a vital role in filtering harmful substances from the bloodstream, and the intake of chemical-laden fish over time can overwhelm the kidneys, impairing their function. Formaldehyde poisoning is particularly harmful to the liver and kidneys, making people more susceptible to chronic diseases.
Government authorities in various countries are increasingly monitoring and regulating the use of chemicals in food preservation, but consumers should remain cautious and try to purchase fish from trusted sources. Proper washing and cooking may reduce, but not eliminate, the risks of chemical contamination.
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