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8 dangerous foods

by Theresa Albert

Not only do we need food, it’s also tasty, colourful and alluring. But what if it’s also dangerous? Are you sure you know what to avoid to keep yourself safe? The risks run the gamut from mundane to menacing. Because you likely come in contact with most of these foods each day, here’s what you should be aware of.

Bonus: Watch Theresa Albert discuss these dangerous foods on CTV.

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Baby carrots, grapes and hotdogs

These foods may sound innocuous enough, but they are the top food choking hazards for both adults and kids. The Academy of Pediatrics actually recommended that the shape of hot dogs be redesigned since they cause 17% of all asphyxiations. There are plenty of other reasons to avoid hot dogs, let’s just add this to the list.