Did you know that drinking straight from cans can be harmful? Details inside

Do you prefer cans of cold and energy drinks to bottles? Do you drink your drink straight from the can? If yes, then stop it now! Why do you ask? While we love cracking open cans of frozen drinks and chugging it, doing so can be harmful to your health. You heard us! According to nutritionist Simron Chopra, these cans can add a wide range of germs and infections to your body, leading to various mild and severe health risks. He also took to social media to explain everything in detail, sharing simple tips to avoid infection while drinking your favorite drink. So, stay back and read the article to understand everything in detail.

Effects of drinking directly from cans Why is drinking from cans considered harmful?

Let’s start by understanding the beverage packaging process. The cans are made by a manufacturing unit, then sent to the soft drink company, which stores them in a warehouse and then directly uses them to package the beverage. Simron Chopra explains that these cans are rarely cleaned or washed before serving to consumers. “During storage, rats may run over them and cover some of them in urine or feces,” he explains. Swallowing it by mistake can cause leptospirosis. For the uninitiated, leptospirosis is a bacterial disease that can affect both animals and humans.
So, this brings you to the next question – what are the effects of leptospirosis? “In humans, it can cause a wide range of symptoms, some of which may be confused with other diseases,” says Chopra, adding that some infected people may have no symptoms at all.
Mild symptoms of leptospirosis include headache, fever, abdominal pain, and diarrhea. On the other hand, severe problems lead to kidney or liver damage, respiratory diseases, and more.

How to drink from cans without side effects – 3 easy tips:

1. Open the lid of the can, pour the drink into the glass and drink.
2. Wash the can and wipe it with a clean napkin or cloth before drinking.
3. Break the lid of the can and pour it into a straw and eat it.
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