Health Alert: How to Identify Chemically Ripened Mangoes in the Market
Summary
Chemically ripened mangoes, treated with toxic calcium carbide, are appearing early in markets and pose health risks including stomach ailments and liver damage.
Key Points
- Mangoes artificially ripened using calcium carbide are appearing in markets before the natural season.
- Chemically ripened mangoes lack natural aroma, are uniformly yellow, and overly soft compared to naturally ripened ones.
- Consuming chemically treated mangoes can cause health issues such as stomach problems, headaches, dizziness, and liver damage.
- Children are particularly vulnerable to the harmful effects of chemically ripened mangoes due to their weaker immune systems.
