In a concerning revelation, a recent report by the European Food Safety Authority has identified cancer-related chemicals in 527 food products originating from India
Ethylene oxide, primarily used as a pesticide in agriculture and a sterilizing agent, is banned for food applications due to its health risks.
Prolonged exposure to ethylene oxide is associated with an increased risk of stomach and breast cancer, stomach infections, and other diseases.
Furthermore, it poses threats to DNA, the brain, and the nervous system, potentially leading to lymphoma and leukemia, according to the American National Cancer Institute.
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