Former Big Brother Naija housemate and medical doctor Tjay has cautioned Nigerians about the possible health risks associated with eating shawa fish, particularly the dried variety commonly sold and consumed across the country.
According to him, the fish may contain harmful substances, including mould, heavy metals and chemicals that have been linked to cancer.
He described dried shawa fish as one of the most toxic types of fish people consume in the country.
Tjay also offered some advice on how consumers can reduce their exposure to these substances when preparing the fish.
He recommended soaking it in water for at least an hour before removing the head and skin. He claimed that a significant amount of the toxins could be found in the head, with as much as 50 per cent concentrated in that part of the fish.
He further advised Nigerians to go for smaller-sized shawa fish, explaining that the smaller ones may carry lower levels of toxins than the bigger varieties.
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