Problems caused by chemical adulteration in fruits..!?

Recently, there has been a big controversy over the use of chemicals in watermelon fruits. It is a continuous story that chemicals are used not only in watermelon but also in fruits including bananas and mangoes to ripen quickly and government officials do not find out and take action against it. Such shortcuts taken by traders to make quick profits cause huge problems in the long run for people's health. When buying watermelon fruits, smell them. If there is a difference in the smell and you are suspicious about it, do not eat that fruit. If you are in doubt about whether the color has been mixed? Has sweetener been added? Use a tissue paper and rub it. If the fruit turns red, do not eat that fruit. Artificial sweeteners can be detected by tasting it. Also, do not buy the fruit even if there are any signs of injection anywhere on the skin of the whole fruit. Apart from this, let us know here what problems arise from eating chemically mixed fruits and what types of chemicals are mixed in which fruits. Chemical adulteration in fruits poses serious health risks. These adulterations use carbide, artificial colors, pesticides, insulin injections, and unsafe chemicals. These can cause the following effects on the body:

1. calcium Carbide ripening:

Arsenic and phosphorus in carbide are toxic. This can cause stomach ulcers, vomiting, and headaches. Neurological damage and long-term effects such as cancer can occur.

2. Artificial Colors:

Metanil Yellow etc. can cause liver damage and kidney problems. It can cause hyperactivity (ADHD) problems in children. It can cause skin irritation and allergies.

3. Overuse of Pesticides:

Immediate vomiting and diarrhea. Chronic effects include hormonal disruption, uterine damage, and cancer. Organophosphate pesticides can affect the nervous system.

4. insulin Injection / sugar Mixture:

It can cause a sudden increase in blood sugar levels and lead to diabetes. This is dangerous for diabetics.

5. Wax Coating:

Fruits are coated with petroleum wax to make them look shiny. This can cause digestive problems and intestinal blockage. There is also a risk of carcinogenic cancer.

6. Use of Formalin:

Formalin is sprayed on fruits to keep them fresh for longer. It irritates the eyes and respiratory tract. It damages dna and can cause cancer.

If you want to avoid these, soak them in vinegar/salt water for 15 minutes and wash them thoroughly before eating. Buy natural fruits. Choose organic stores. Buy dry fruits from places where there are no adulterations. The adulterations in fruits can cause vomiting and diarrhea in the short term. In the long term, it can cause liver and kidney damage and even cancer. Therefore, always choose fruits carefully.
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Sowmiya Sriram

16/04/2025 06:30 PM