NAFDAC said it did not approve the product in question, Lung Detox Tea, or (Smokers Pride) or any similar product.
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According to the statement signed by the Director-General of the agency, Mojisola Adeyeye, the application was rejected due to its unsubstantiated and harmful claim that smoking could be made healthy by using the product.“The attention of NAFDAC has been drawn to a misleading video circulating on social media, alleging that NAFDAC approved the registration of a herbal product claiming that ‘smoking is healthy’ when used with their product.
This act has a direct and devastating impact on the lungs. Over time, the chemicals in cigarette smoke damage lung tissue, leading to chronic diseases such as chronic obstructive pulmonary disease , emphysema, and lung cancer. At Premium Times, we firmly believe in the importance of high-quality journalism. Recognizing that not everyone can afford costly news subscriptions, we are dedicated to delivering meticulously researched, fact-checked news that remains freely accessible to all.
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