Foods that become harmful when eaten too much

November 9, 2015 07:40

Star fruit, carrots, tuna... are very good foods for health. However, when used too much, these dishes can also cause unexpected harm to health.

1. Tuna

People who eat tuna regularly are at risk of mercury poisoning because this compound accumulates in the fish meat. Mercury can cause vision problems, neurological problems and slow development in young children. You should only eat tuna once a week to give your body time to eliminate toxins and prevent them from accumulating and causing illness in the body.

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People who eat tuna regularly are at risk of mercury poisoning. Photo: Boldsky.

2. Coffee

Coffee is a favorite drink of many people. It helps people regain alertness and enthusiasm when working. However, drinking too much coffee can lead to insomnia, hand tremors, rapid heartbeat, nervous inhibition, fatigue, headaches. You should only drink a maximum of 2 cups of coffee a day to avoid unwanted effects.

3. Fish oil

Fish oil is a food rich in omega-3 fatty acids that are very beneficial for health. However, when you overdose, omega-3 acids can cause blood vessel walls to thin, increasing the risk of bleeding, nosebleeds... In addition, using too much fish oil can lead to vitamin A poisoning with symptoms of dizziness and nausea.

4. Carrots

Carrots are rich in vitamin A and minerals that are good for health. However, when eating too many carrots for a long time, the body cannot metabolize all the beta-carotene. This substance leads to yellow skin, yellow eyes, loss of appetite (many people easily mistake it for liver disease).

Research shows that women who eat too many carrots, taking in large amounts of carotenoids can cause amenorrhea and inhibit ovulation, reducing ovarian function. Therefore, women who want to get pregnant should not eat carrots.

5. Cinnamon

This hot, aromatic spice can cause poisoning or liver cancer in people who regularly use it. Cinnamon contains the anticoagulant coumarin, which can easily cause nosebleeds and is difficult to stop.

6. Star fruit

If your kidney function is not good, you should stay away from star fruit. According to scientists, just 100ml of pure star fruit juice can be harmful to people with kidney disease.

In addition, star fruit contains neurotoxins, which negatively affect the brain and nerve function. Regular consumption of star fruit can lead to chronic kidney disease.

According tovietnamnet

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