Older mangrove wood used for smoking fish contains dangerous substances that can cause cancer. This finding comes from a new study by scientists at Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology.
The Department of Wood Science and Technology led the investigation. They looked closely at the wood commonly used in fish processing.
Their research discovered high amounts of cancer-causing agents within this wood.
These findings raise concerns about the health risks associated with smoked fish prepared using this method.
Further investigation is needed to understand the full impact on public health.
The university shared these important results today.