Chinese sunflower seeds contain a substance that causes brain atrophy.

Tests conducted by Chinese authorities have revealed that seven types of roasted sunflower seeds sold on the market contain toxins that can cause brain atrophy and cancer.

7 types of nuts containing aluminum that cause brain atrophy; users urge people to avoid eating them.

According to CCTV's "Evening News Prime Time" broadcast on February 22nd, authorities in Suzhou (Zhejiang) tested roasted sunflower seeds sold in the market and found that seven types of sunflower seeds contained aluminum, a substance that can easily cause brain atrophy.

Meanwhile, health websites are publishing information showing consumer concerns about the aluminum content in sunflower seeds. Keywords such as "talc powder (a natural mineral, commonly used in industry as a mold release agent (for rubber molding)" were among the most searched terms after the survey results were published.

Sunflower seeds contain aluminum, which can cause brain atrophy.

In fact, to keep sunflower seeds crispy and maintain their delicious flavor for longer, manufacturers add alum. This alum contains aluminum, which is very difficult for the body to excrete, causing damage to the brain and nerve cells, leading to memory impairment.

In addition, to make sunflower seeds shiny and attractive, manufacturers add talc powder. This powder contains a carcinogenic substance.

According to Dantri-M