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Environmental and medical harm from crab sticks

05.01.2024

New research from experts from the University of California, USA, has revealed serious consequences of the production of crab and fish sticks for the environment and human health.

The results of the scientific work highlight not only the need for urgent measures to reduce the environmental impact of fish and crab stick production, but also the importance of protecting public health from the negative consequences of this process.

The production of these delicacies is accompanied by air pollution caused by container ships transporting fish to processing sites. Factories that produce fish sticks, crab sticks, and artificial surimi crabmeat use cheap, low-grade fuel, emitting large amounts of sulfur dioxide into the atmosphere.

Environmentalists believe that shipping makes a serious contribution to environmental issues. However, scientists express hope for a reduction in atmospheric emissions after the introduction of new shipping regulations.

However, the impact of this problem is felt not only at the ecosystem level, but also at human health. High concentrations of harmful substances can cause cardiovascular diseases and cancer in the population.

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