Thousands of British honey jars may contain traces of powerful cancer and pain drugs, scientists warn

Research from the University of Leeds and the UK Centre for Ecology and Hydrology has revealed thousands of jars of British honey may harbour traces of prescription medications, including cancer treatments, painkillers, antidepressants and antifungal drugs. Scientists examined raw honey from 19 hives across various agricultural sites throughout the country. Their analysis uncovered drug residues in 64 per cent of samples tested. Every single sample contained some form of chemical contamination,

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Thousands of British honey jars may contain traces of powerful cancer and pain drugs, scientists warn

Research from the University of Leeds and the UK Centre for Ecology and Hydrology has revealed thousands of jars of British honey may harbour traces of prescription medications, including cancer treatments, painkillers, antidepressants and antifungal drugs. Scientists examined raw honey from 19 hives across various agricultural sites throughout the country. Their analysis uncovered drug residues in 64 per cent of samples tested. Every single sample contained some form of chemical contamination,

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