China is one of the largest trading partners with the United States. We import various goods, including food items, worth billions of dollars every year. While most imported food goes through proper vetting, there are still some dangerous foods from China that could be lurking in your kitchen right now. Let's take a closer look at these foods and why you should avoid them for the sake of your health.
Cod: A Toxic Fish
Believe it or not, cod is one of the worst foods to digest when it comes from China. Thousands of these fish are cramped in small areas filled with sewage and garbage, making them highly toxic [^1^].
Image: Cod - Among the worst foods to digest from China.
Eggs: A Potential Poison
Eggs imported from China may not be safe for consumption. Factories there use calcium carbonate and paraffin in their eggs, which can cause serious food poisoning [^2^].
Lamb: Beware of Rat Meat
In 2013, the police in China arrested 900 people for selling rat meat disguised as lamb. It's truly disgusting and highlights the need for caution when it comes to consuming imported lamb [^3^].
Wine: Questionable Quality
If you consider yourself a wine connoisseur, you might want to avoid wine made in China. While you may find standard grapes, you'll also consume sugar, dyes, and artificial flavors [^4^].
Tea: Tainted Teas
China is the biggest exporter of tea worldwide, but close to 29 toxic chemicals have been found in various brands. Although these chemicals haven't been exported, it's still concerning [^5^].
Industrial Salt: Unsafe Sodium
Industrial salt, sold as table salt in China, is not suitable for human consumption. It can cause hypothyroid problems and reproductive system disorders [^6^].
Watermelon: Harmful Pesticides
Many watermelons exported from China are covered in highly harmful pesticides. Opt for locally sourced watermelons to avoid getting sick [^7^].
Image: Watermelon - Often covered in harmful pesticides.
Tilapia: Toxic Fish
Similar to cod, tilapia raised in China are exposed to overcrowded conditions and toxic chemicals. These fish end up on your dinner plate after breathing in the harmful chemicals [^8^].
Rice Noodles: Cancer Risk
Imported rice noodles from China should be avoided as some factories use sulfur dioxide to make them appear fresh. This chemical has been linked to cancer [^9^].
Pork: Fake Beef
Due to the high cost of beef in China, some companies pump borax-filled additives into pork to make it appear like beef. This deception poses health risks to consumers [^10^].
Garlic: Chemical-Coated
Garlic farms in China are known to be coated in chemicals. Canadian garlic and Chinese garlic have distinct taste differences [^11^].
Mushrooms: Tainted Batches
Chinese mushrooms often contain tainted batches. Some companies even label their products as "organic" to boost sales [^12^].
Image: Mushrooms - Often tainted and falsely labeled as organic.
Plastic Rice: A Synthetic Resin
Rice, a staple in China, is not always safe. Synthetic resin, a cancer-causing substance, is added to some rice varieties [^13^].
Milk: Contaminated with Melanin
Imported milk from China has been found to contain melanin, a chemical that can cause serious kidney damage. This has resulted in deaths and illnesses [^14^].
Apple Juice: Pesticide Overload
Almost 50% of apple juice sold in the US comes from China and is sprayed with numerous pesticides. Choose water instead [^15^].
Image: Apple Juice - High pesticide content.
Cabbage: Toxic Solution
During hot summer months, Chinese farmers spray a highly toxic formalin solution onto cabbage to keep it looking fresh. Avoid consuming this cabbage [^16^].
Peas: Fake and Artificial
Canned peas from China have been found to contain artificially colored fake peas. Be cautious when buying canned peas [^17^].
Image: Peas - Artificially colored fake peas.
Black Pepper: Mud Pellets
Be cautious when it comes to Chinese black pepper, as some people sell hardened mud pellets [^18^].
Oil: Recycled and Resold
A major food company in China made the repugnant decision to recycle used olive oil from thousands of restaurants, filter it, and resell it [^19^].
Chicken: Salmonella Risk
Avian influenza and other food-borne illnesses are prevalent in China. Imported chicken may pose health risks such as salmonella [^20^].
This list serves as a reminder to be mindful of where your groceries come from. Always check the origin of your food to ensure your well-being. Share this information with your friends to spread awareness!
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