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The Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources (BFAR) has reported high levels of paralytic shellfish poison (PSP) or toxic red tide in several areas, exceeding regulatory limits. BFAR warns that all shellfish and Acetes sp. or alamang from these areas are not safe for human consumption. However, fish, squids, shrimps, and crabs are safe as long as they are fresh, thoroughly washed, and the internal organs are removed. Eating toxin-contaminated shellfish can lead to paralytic shellfish poisoning, a condition that affects the nervous system.
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The Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources (BFAR) reported paralytic shellfish poison (PSP) or toxic red tide beyond the regulatory limit in several areas on Saturday. In its latest shellfish bulletin, BFAR said red tide toxins were detected in shellfish collected and tested from the following areas: "All types of shellfish and Acetes sp. or alamang gathered from the areas shown above are NOT SAFE for human consumption. Fish, squids, shrimps, and crabs are safe for human consumption provided that they are fresh and washed thoroughly, and internal organs such as gills and intestines are removed before," BFAR said. Eating ...
Source: Gmanetwork
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