Health Alert: Here’s How You Can Identify Fake ORS
Counterfeit goods are rampant in today's markets, and even essential products like oral-rehydration salts (ORS) aren't immune, according to content creator Revant Himatsingka, known as Food Pharmer. Himatsingka emphasizes the importance of discerning genuine ORS, crucial for combating dehydration and restoring electrolyte balance , especially during the summer months.
“Most of the ORS in the Indian pharmacies are fake! These companies trademark the word ‘ORS’, but they are not an ORS! Fake ORS has high sugar and dangerously low sodium . Consuming fake ORS has resulted in many kids being admitted to the ICU because of brain swelling,” Himatsingka revealed.
He went on to explain that while counterfeit ORS might boast FSSAI certification , as it falls under the food category, authentic ORS products will bear the label 'Based on WHO formula,' indicating their classification as drugs.
“Most of the ORS in the Indian pharmacies are fake! These companies trademark the word ‘ORS’, but they are not an ORS! Fake ORS has high sugar and dangerously low sodium . Consuming fake ORS has resulted in many kids being admitted to the ICU because of brain swelling,” Himatsingka revealed.
He went on to explain that while counterfeit ORS might boast FSSAI certification , as it falls under the food category, authentic ORS products will bear the label 'Based on WHO formula,' indicating their classification as drugs.
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