Ethylene oxide on Pancit Canton: The Twitterverse has spoken!

Troyka Lunar

July 11, 2022

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  Photo Source: yummy.ph

  “Hindi kumpleto ang student life mo kung hindi kayo pumunta sa bahay ng kaklase niyo at nag-merienda ng pancit canton.”

  This has been a very popular statement among a group of friends, most especially during class reunions. And no doubt, everyone will surely agree! From childhood to being a professional, pancit canton has always been part of our food selection. No wonder pancit canton is one of the go-to food of most of the students and professionals in town! It was, at some point, classified as the “Pambansang merienda” or “Pambansang midnight snack” because it really is!

  Our elders would often say that instant pancit canton isn’t good for our health. But for some reason, we just can’t help it! Whether alone or with friends, pancit canton is indeed a top-tier merienda for us Filipinos.

  Just recently, news about a well-known Pancit Canton came out! Ten European countries warned the people that the food safety authorities found ethylene oxide in a Filipino instant pancit canton spice mix. Ethylene oxide is a chemical that is commonly in a pesticide for plants and is a big no-no for people to eat.

  This created a buzz in the Twitter world. A few days ago, the product makers released a public statement regarding the said issue.  However, we just can’t get over what the Twitter people had to say when they first heard the news!

  When we asked you to pick your poison, we weren’t expecting this answer…

  Me eating Lucky Me Pancit Canton served with Ethylene Oxide adding a depth of flavor for my breakfast: pic.twitter.com/X8llFj6xR8

  — Jim RN|PH (@JimGumboc) July 8, 2022

  Britney Spears is shaking!

  I am a toxic person and I stand with the toxic chemicals in Lucky Me Pancit Canton. 💯

  — Kobe Go (@kobegodump) July 7, 2022

  Because that’s what friends are for!

  *lucky me with high levels of ethylene oxide

  me and my bestie just finished a bowl of mix and match pancit canton: pic.twitter.com/CrC31CONb9

  — ㅇㅅㅇ (@jigslypuff_) July 7, 2022

  After all, research + pancit canton is a perfect match!

  sabi nga sa kanta, I can’t live if living is without you @/Lucky Me Pancit Canton 😩 pic.twitter.com/gldjKVWD53

  — MetroViral PH (@MetroViralPH) July 8, 2022

  Oooh, the shade!

  Yung lucky me pancit canton parang yung toxic mong ex..

  You love so much but, can live without

  — maginoo pero medyo manyak (@maginoongtunay) July 8, 2022

  Okay, okay. We get it! But the question is, do you like chilimansi din po?

  I am a lucky me pancit canton apologist

  — Joshieee (@vlogbog_josh85) July 8, 2022

  When all the others turn their backs and walk away, you can count on me to stay 🎶🎶

  its me and lucky me pancit canton against the world

  — lu (@jvdestfrancis) July 7, 2022

  And there you go, your favorite pancit canton, pouring his heart out!

  Haha i just ate lucky me pancit canton this afternoon. Lucky me im still alive! 😂 https://t.co/gDI571eIiK

  — Paradox🌹 (@dhei_javuh) July 8, 2022

  Did you also feel sad when you heard the news? Let us know your thoughts and comment them down!

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