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Aluminum foil is around 98.5% aluminum plus iron and silicon. Aluminum foil is non-toxic. Swallowing a small piece of aluminum foil is not harmful. Exposure to aluminum is usually not harmful, unless the person is exposed to a large amount. Aluminum can be irritating to the skin, eyes, and lungs. Long-term exposure can cause osteoporosis and can also affect the nervous system.
Just about everyone gets colds. Symptoms include a stuffy nose, cough, tiredness, sneezing, sore throat, and muscle aches. Symptoms last for up to two weeks. Most people get better on their own. Treatment is according to symptoms. In general, there is no reliable evidence that alternative medicines prevent or shorten colds.
Some Aqua Dots® craft sets were contaminated with a chemical that can cause coma and other symptoms.
Potatoes contain vitamin C and other nutrients. Some studies suggest that drinking potato juice may help reduce gastrointestinal distress, but there is no evidence that potato juice is effective in treating infections such as strep throat. Although some social media videos recommend placing potatoes in socks, this practice also has no proven health benefits.
Nail polish contains chemicals that may have dangerous health effects after high-dose or long-term exposures. There is no evidence that occasional application of nail polish is harmful to pregnant women or fetuses.
Chelonitoxism is a rare and potentially life-threatening disease that occurs due to consumption of contaminated sea turtle meat. There is no known antidote for chelonitoxism, but the disease can be prevented by avoiding the consumption of raw or cooked sea turtles.
Cake decorations such as luster dust often add sparkle or color to sweet confections. While some cake decorating products are edible, others may contain heavy metals that can cause poisonous effects when swallowed.
Protein bars often contain compounds called sugar alcohols, which are lower in calories than traditional sugars. Sugar alcohols are associated with multiple gastrointestinal side effects including abdominal pain, bloating, and gas.
Raw carrot salad is a social media trend, with videos promising hormone balance, fewer acne breakouts, and improved digestion after salad consumption. Carrots contain fiber that may help regulate digestion, but there is no proven association between raw carrot consumption and hormone balance. Additionally, eating large amounts of carrots may result in unwanted side effects.
Imidacloprid is a widely used insecticide available in various forms (e.g., liquid, powder, granules). It’s derived from nicotine and kills insects by causing dysfunction of their nervous systems. Its effects on human, other mammalian, and vertebral nervous systems are much less intense. Small unintentional exposures to imidacloprid are typically well-tolerated.
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