Chinese sunflower seeds contain brain-shrinking substances

Test results by Chinese authorities show that seven types of roasted sunflower seeds sold on the market contain toxic substances that cause brain atrophy and cancer.

7 types of nuts containing aluminum cause brain atrophy, users are urged not to eat

According to CCTV's "Evening News Rush Hour" broadcast on February 22, the authorities of Suzhou City (Zhejiang) tested samples of roasted sunflower seeds consumed on the market, and the results found that 7 types of sunflower seeds contained aluminum, which can easily cause brain atrophy.

Health websites have been reporting consumer concerns about sunflower seeds containing aluminum. Keywords like “talc powder (a natural mineral, often used in industry as a mold release agent (rubber molding)” were searched the most after the results of the investigation were published.

Sunflower seeds contain aluminum that causes brain atrophy.

In fact, to keep sunflower seeds crispy and retain their delicious taste longer, manufacturers add alum. This alum contains aluminum which is difficult to excrete from the body, causing damage to the brain and nerve cells, leading to memory loss.

In addition, to make sunflower seeds shiny and eye-catching, manufacturers will add talcum powder. This type of powder contains carcinogens.

According to Dantri-M