During the cultivation of vegetables and fruits, they are treated with herbicides and pesticides to combat pests and weeds. These chemicals cause serious harm to the liver, kidneys, and the entire body.
Dried fruits such as raisins, figs, prunes, cranberries, and dates are often treated with wax and paraffin to enhance their appearance. It is possible that violations occurred during the ripening stage.
You may have noticed that, for example, dried cranberries leave a greasy residue on your hands when washed under running water, which is difficult to wash off. This is paraffin that needs to be removed from dried fruits; otherwise, it will end up in your stomach, which is absolutely unacceptable.
A thin layer of paraffin (including on fresh apples) can be easily removed with hot water and a sponge. If the paraffin layer is too thick (for example, on an apple), you can peel the fruit or pour boiling water over dried fruits such as cranberries and prunes, then drain the floating paraffin or wax. After that, the berries should be dried with a paper towel.
This method is based on the fact that waxy and paraffinic substances melt under heat. The melting point of synthetic paraffin is 40-45 degrees Celsius. A waxed apple should be immersed in very hot water for 8-10 seconds. After that, the fruit should be removed and immediately wiped with a cotton cloth or paper towel to remove the loosened paraffin. Since the time the apple spends in hot water is minimal, all the vitamins in the skin are preserved.
Another method suitable for dried fruits is to sprinkle them with baking soda, then pour a small amount of hot water, wipe with a towel, and rinse. Previously, fruits and other food products, including dried fruits, were coated with wax to extend shelf life, but natural beekeeping products were used, which are safe for health in small amounts. However, due to high costs, it is rarely used for mass processing of plant products. Nowadays, in most cases, fruits are coated with synthetic paraffin, which is a mixture of hydrocarbons.
The artificial wax analogue is obtained by distilling petroleum products. In the human gastrointestinal tract, paraffinic substances are not broken down or absorbed into the bloodstream. Their harm can manifest as disturbances in stomach and intestinal function. Additionally, the waxy coating may contain preservatives and residues of pesticides used on apple trees before harvest. These health-hazardous substances can cause:
* fluid retention in tissues;
* intoxication;
* intestinal disorders;
* headaches.
Source: rua.gr
