Cooking with rotten tomatoes may seem harmless, but health experts warn it can cause food poisoning, liver damage and toxic exposure.
LASCOPA WARNS CONSUMERS AGAINST CONSUMPTION OF SPOILED TOMATOES
The Lagos State Government, through the Lagos State Consumer Protection Agency (LASCOPA), has warned residents against the consumption of spoiled or fungus-infested tomatoes popularly known as “Ata Esha,” citing… pic.twitter.com/RwmCwnG4Lo
— The Lagos State Govt (@followlasg) May 17, 2026
Rotten tomatoes pose significant health risks like severe food poisoning and sudden liver complications.
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