Understanding the Symptoms of BVO Poisoning
                                
                                
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                                In 2024, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) officially banned the use of brominated vegetable oil (BVO) in foods after concluding it is no longer considered safe. Understanding the symptoms of BVO poisoning, a condition called bromism, is crucial, especially as some older products may still exist on store shelves.