
An Indian man was hospitalized with severe hepatitis and jaundice after consuming 2-3 cups of a Chinese herbal drink, identified as Dian Er Wa, daily for a month. Doctors traced the liver damage to toxic plants, not real jasmine, found in the product, which contained steroidal glycosides that increased calcium levels. The patient is recovering after receiving medical treatment. Health experts caution against exotic herbal drinks due to a lack of safety testing and regulation in some markets.
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