Solving the mystery of 4 people in the house suffering from liver cancer. Finding the root cause in “kitchen utensils” swallowing toxic substances with every meal
According to reports from The Paper and 39 Health Network from China. Ms Liu was suddenly diagnosed with liver cancer. Even though her family had no history of cancer, except for her grandfather, father, and three older brothers who died of liver cancer. Ms Liu believes that there must be a reason why the cancer rate in her family is so high. In order to prevent this tragedy from happening to her son and daughter. She sought help from experts to find out the cause.
After investigation, it was found that the cause of this tragedy was the use of improper kitchenware in the house. The toxins from those kitchenware were 68 times more toxic than arsenic!
The results of the test found aflatoxin, a carcinogenic substance, in the cutting board and chopsticks that the family uses every day, which was the cause of all four people falling ill with serious illnesses.
What is aflatoxin?
According to the Taiwan (China) Food Safety Center, aflatoxins are naturally occurring toxins produced by Aspergillus fungi . There are mainly four types: B1, B2, G1, and G2. Aflatoxin B1 is the most common and most toxic type. It can cause liver cell damage, cirrhosis, and liver cancer.
Professor Yan Zhonghai, director of the Poison Control Center of Chang Kung Hospital, Linkou, Taiwan (China), pointed out that improper use or storage of the following kitchen utensils can easily increase the risk of disease.
5 kitchen appliances you should be careful with
- Aluminum pots Aluminum pots are lightweight, conduct heat quickly, and are easy to use. However, if used for a long time, aluminum may contaminate food and enter the body. If the kidneys function normally, aluminum will be excreted in the urine. However, if the kidneys do not function well, aluminum will accumulate in the body and may destroy bones or cause dementia.
- Iron pans rust. Iron pans are heat-resistant and long-lasting. However, if they are not used regularly, they can easily rust. Using a rusty pan without cleaning it properly can be a breeding ground for microorganisms.
- Wooden cutting boards get moldy. Wooden cutting boards are durable, but if used for a long time, the surface will scratch and become a breeding ground for mold. Even if cleaned with water and detergent, mold can still remain. If used further, food contaminated with mold may enter the เล่น UFABET ผ่านมือถือ สะดวกทุกที่ ทุกเวลา body and cause long-term health problems.
- Wooden chopsticks Wooden chopsticks have wood fibers with small gaps, which even after cleaning, food particles such as soup can hide in those gaps, becoming a breeding ground for microorganisms.
- Kitchen Wipes: The kitchen is a place with high humidity and a lot of food particles or oil that can collect, which is a breeding ground for bacteria. A kitchen towel that hasn’t been washed in just 2 days can have up to 600 million bacteria in it.
Recommendations for use
- Clean kitchen utensils and equipment immediately after use.
- Replace wooden cutting boards and chopsticks with new ones when they start to show scratches or mold.
- Use a cleaning cloth that can be easily washed and dried, and wash it regularly with a disinfectant.
Proper care of your kitchenware can reduce health risks and prevent serious illnesses in the long run.