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A deal of death for 20 rupees! Poisonous tomatoes being sold in the market, people risking their lives

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A video has gone viral on social media in which a farmer is seen dipping tomatoes in a chemical water. This video is shocking people and points to a serious health crisis.

The red tomatoes that you get in the market for Rs 20 a kg, have you ever wondered how they are so fresh and shiny? Are they really ripened naturally or is there some dangerous truth hidden behind it? A video has recently gone viral on social media in which a farmer is seen dipping tomatoes in a chemical water. This video is shocking people and points to a serious health crisis.

Be it a vegetable, soup or sauce, tomatoes are an important part of our food. But the way they are produced and cooked has changed is extremely worrying. The video shows that green tomatoes are first plucked and then dipped in a chemical solution. With this process, tomatoes turn red in a few hours and do not rot for a long time. But these chemicals are very dangerous for health.

What can happen with poisonous tomatoes?

According to experts, the chemicals used on these tomatoes may contain elements like ethephon and carbide, which can prove to be poisonous for the body. These not only affect the digestive system, but their long-term consumption can also cause cancer, kidney damage, skin diseases and neurological disorders. Doctors believe that such tomatoes can be very dangerous especially for children, the elderly and pregnant women. Once they enter the body, these chemicals dissolve in the blood and start damaging the organs.

How to avoid this 'deal of death'?

While buying tomatoes, avoid tomatoes that are too red, shiny and look alike.

Always wash tomatoes thoroughly and if possible, dip them in hot water before using.

Buy from local and good farmers or give priority to organic products.

Disclaimer: Dear reader, thank you for reading this news. This news has been written only to make you aware. We have taken the help of general information in writing this. If you read anything related to your health anywhere, then definitely consult a doctor before adopting it.

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