Scientists have discovered dangerous chemicals in older mangrove wood. This wood is often used to smoke fish.
The study was conducted by researchers at the Department of Wood Science and Technology at Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology KNUST.
They found that the wood contains high levels of cancer-causing agents.
These agents can be harmful to people who eat fish smoked using this wood.
Mangrove wood is commonly used in coastal areas for smoking fish.
The findings highlight a potential health risk associated with traditional fish smoking methods.
Further investigation is needed to understand the full impact of these findings.
Health authorities may need to provide guidance on safe wood sources for smoking food.