The Horticultural Research Institute of Egypt’s Ministry of Agriculture and Land Reclamation said reports of poisoning among citizens who ate fruits in the summer such as watermelons, peaches and tomatoes were incorrect.
This happened in a report published by the Horticultural Research Institute, on its official Facebook page, where it denied the existence of cases of poisoning, intestinal colic or the infection of these fruits of any disease that represents a risk to consumers.
The Horticultural Research Institute explained that there is no record of what directly revolves around the matter, and the problem lies in excessive consumption, poor handling in terms of storage or exposure of fruits to the scorching sun.
The institute report added that regarding the watermelon fruit, there is some rumor about watermelon every year, such as watermelon is harmful or carcinogenic, or that it causes some health problems when eaten, such as diarrhea, not indigestion or inflammation.
The institute pointed out that the fact of the matter from the scientific point of view is that excessive consumption of it in large quantities, especially immediately after eating, can cause colon problems and indigestion in some, due to high percentage of fiber. in watermelon, so it should be eaten in moderation and then eaten for an adequate period or between meals.
Origin: Cairo 24
Source: Arabic RT
