20+ Foods From China You Should Never Buy

Garlic

Chinese garlic has faced criticism due to questionable cultivation and processing practices. Concerns include the use of chemicals, bleaching agents, and pesticides during cultivation, storage, and transportation. While these methods improve appearance and shelf life, they can impact garlic’s taste, quality, and safety. There are also worries about potential contamination with heavy metals from polluted soil and water. Choosing organic or locally grown garlic reduces exposure to harmful substances.