Health hazzard: Fruit vendors use laundry detergents to sparkle produce for profit.
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By Elizabeth Adegbesan A disturbing new trend is fast gaining ground across major open-air food markets, sparking urgent public health warnings and triggering widespread panic among consumers.
The dangerous practice is aimed at stripping away natural grime, pesticide residues, and blemishes, giving the fruits an unnaturally vibrant, polished sheen that irresistibly attracts unsuspecting buyers, while drastically cutting down on spoilage losses.
From glossy, deep-green watermelons and bright yellow bananas to spotless apples, these chemically enhanced fruits have flooded urban centers. medical experts warn that this aesthetic transformation comes at a catastrophic cost to human health, turning nutritious snacks into toxic hazards. The glittering deception For many traders operating in highly competitive, low-margin environments, the pressure to move inventory before it rots is immense. Traditional washing with clean water often fails to remove stubborn mud or agricultural sprays, leaving produce looking dull.
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