Saturday, February 13, 2010

Caution against improper weight control

Department of Health, Hong Kong

One wonders why people would consider consuming products containing parasites for weight control.
A department spokesman said infestation of parasites, such as Ascaris, as slimming means had no scientific basis. On the contrary, it could cause abdominal pain and distention, vomiting, diarrhoea and malnutrition.
Safety and good health comes first.


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