Pyrrolizidine alkaloids in ground oregano from Greece
- Classification
- Alert notification
- Risk
- Serious
- Category
- herbs and spices
- Hazard
- pyrrolizidine alkaloids - {natural toxins (other)}
- Origin
- Greece
- Notifier
- Germany
What is this? Ground oregano from Greece may have small amounts of natural poisons called pyrrolizidine alkaloids.
What's happening? Some batches of this oregano have been found to contain these poisons. They can be harmful if eaten over time.
Does this affect me? If you have bought ground oregano from Greece, check if it is part of this problem.
What should I do? Stop using the oregano and ask your pharmacist or doctor if you feel unwell.
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Classification: Alert notification · Risk: Serious · Category: herbs and spices · Hazard: pyrrolizidine alkaloids - {natural toxins (other)} · Origin: Greece · Notifier: Germany
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