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7 spices of India are not worth eating at all, cancer causing chemical was found, people are eating them with relish


Indian spices are famous all over the world for their quality. Eating them improves health along with taste. But a few days ago, 4 spices of two Indian brands were banned in Hong Kong and Singapore. Because they contained high amounts of chemicals that can cause cancer. Now 7 spices of 5 companies in Rajasthan have been found unfit for consumption.

Food Safety and Standards Authority of India(FSSAI) It is repeatedly said that loose spices can be adulterated. But now people are losing trust in big brand spices too. TOI Report According to the report, on May 8, the Rajasthan government collected 93 samples. Out of which, spices samples of 5 big Indian companies were found unsafe for consumption.

Samples of these Indian spice brands are unsafe

According to the report, high levels of controversial chemicals were found in the spices of MDH, Everest, Gajanand, Shyam and Sheeba Taaza. These chemicals can cause cancer in high quantities. Immediate action is being taken against them under the Indian Food Safety and Standards Act.

3 spices of MDH

3 spices of MDH

The report said that MDH’s garam masala contained acetamiprid, thiamethoxam and imidacloprid, while sabji masala and chana masala contained high amounts of tricyclazole and profenofos. These can prove to be dangerous chemicals.

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Disadvantages of Thiamethoxam

Disadvantages of Thiamethoxam

These chemicals, including thiamethoxam, are pesticides. Many animal studies have found them to be dangerous. According to a study, long-term consumption of thiamethoxam can harm the brain, liver and female reproductive health.

Spices from Everest, Shyam, Gajanand and Sheeba Fresh

Spices from Everest, Shyam, Gajanand and Sheeba Fresh

Everest’s Jeera Masala, Shyam’s Garam Masala, Gajanand’s Pickle Masala and Sheeba Taza’s Raita Masala were found unsafe. Acetamiprid, Thiamethoxam, Ethion and Azoxystrobin were also found in them.

Cancer risk

Cancer risk

The risk of cancer from pesticides depends on how you ingested them, how much you ingested, and whether they are carcinogens. Study According to the study, Thiamethoxam was found to cause liver cancer in rats. Therefore, high doses of such pesticides are considered dangerous for humans.

Disclaimer: This article is for general information only. It cannot in any way be a substitute for any medicine or treatment. Always consult your doctor for more information.

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