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Lycopene is a carotenoid − a natural pigment that gives some vegetables and fruits their red color. There are several published studies that evaluate whether lycopene in tomato products or supplements could have protective effects against prostate cancer and cardiovascular disease. However, there is not enough evidence to say that lycopene provides such health benefits.
Pre-workout supplements can contain caffeine and other ingredients which can be poisonous when taken in large amounts. Dry scooping, or consumption of undiluted pre-workout powder, can be life-threatening.
Children will swallow anything they can reach. Most of the time, these objects pass through the gastrointestinal tract with no trouble; the object turns up in the child's stool. Sometimes, surgery is needed to remove the object(s). In one recent study, coins made up 80 percent of swallowed foreign objects that had to be removed by surgery.
Listeria monocytogenes is a bacterial species that causes foodborne illness in humans. Listeria infection can occur after consumption of contaminated meats, dairy products, and produce. Pregnant women, children, and people with compromised immune systems are at high risk for severe complications of Listeria infection.
Art products are mixtures of chemicals and should be used correctly. It's common for children to swallow these products or get them on the skin or eye. Most of the time, the children are fine but mishaps can occur, especially eye or skin irritation.
Some toys are dangerous when swallowed. Small toys are a choking hazard. Ingesting strong magnets or button batteries can cause damage to the digestive tract. Chemistry kits may contain chemicals that cause burns or systemic toxicity. Water beads and similar toys expand when swallowed leading to intestinal blockage and perforation. Lead may be present in painted toys from outside the US.
Cough and cold medicines are no longer recommended for children under the age of four. Ipecac syrup is no longer recommended for anyone. Mercury thermometers are now known to be a possible health risk if they break.
Dirt is a mix of sand, rocks, pebbles, and other substances. Soil contains dirt, as well as minerals and nutrients. Eating dirt or soil can cause an upset stomach, while more serious toxicity can occur with chronic eating. Some pregnant women, as well as others with an eating disorder known as pica, crave non-food items such as dirt and clay.
Play-Doh is a reusable modeling product made mostly of water, salt, and flour. It is not toxic. However, if a large amount is swallowed, it may cause a mild upset stomach. It may also be a choking hazard in young children. Rarely, contact dermatitis may occur. Since it contains flour, Play-Doh can trigger a gluten allergy.
White mulberry is a leafy tree that grows across the United States. The leaves contain considerable amounts of fiber and protein, and white mulberry leaf extracts are used as a dietary supplement for management of blood sugar, weight, and other conditions. White mulberry is generally associated with few adverse effects in humans.
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