Published 2 months ago • France • Updated 2 months ago

Tons of ‘aphrodisiac honey’ seized in France as officials issue health warning

Customs officials in France warned against consuming 'aphrodisiac honey' that is illegally imported and mixed with erectile dysfunction medicines.
The warning followed record seizures of these products in 2024, which have increased in recent years.
The adulterated honey typically comes from Malaysia, Turkey, and Tunisia, arriving via container ships or online purchases.
Active ingredients like sildenafil and tadalafil were found in the honey, posing risks to consumers due to unknown dosages and side effects.

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Protothema

Dozens of poisoning incidents in France from "aphrodisiac honey" - It is also illegally imported from Turkey

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Boing Boing

Police seize tons of illegal "love honey," a natural aphrodisiac that's far from natural

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2 months ago·United States

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Liberation

Origin, dangers, seizures... What we know about “aphrodisiac honey”, which alarms the French authorities

French customs are warning of the increasing entry into France of these illegal products, sold as aphrodisiacs. They contain chemical substances that can have serious health effects.

2 months ago·Paris, France

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Le Point.fr

What is "erectile honey", which worries the authorities?

This "aphrodisiac" honey, intended to treat erection disorders and sold clandestinely, attracts an increasing audience. Its consumption carries considerable risks to health.

2 months ago·Paris, France

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Le Parisien

Aphrodisiac honeys: between 15 and 20 poisonings identified each year, including some very serious cases

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2 months ago·Paris, France

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NDTV

Record "Aphrodisiac Honey" Seizure Raises Alarm In France

France is witnessing a sharp rise in the illegal import and distribution of adulterated "love honey", laced with potentially lethal doses of Viagra and Cialis - a prescription drug used to treat erectile dysfunction. Customs officials reported a significant increase in seizures of adulterated honey, with 131 cases reported in 2023, up from just 18 in 2019. The largest single haul took place in Marseille, southern France, last November, where ove…

2 months ago·New Delhi, India

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