The Food and Drugs Authority (FDA) has reminded the public that turkey tail, popularly known as “Chofi”, remains banned in Ghana due to its high fat content and associated health risks.
In a public awareness notice, the Authority stated that the product has been prohibited in the country since 1999, alongside other poultry products containing more than 15 per cent fat.
The FDA cautioned: “Turkey tail, popularly known as ‘Chofi’, has been banned in Ghana since 1999 due to its high fat content and associated health risks, including obesity and cardiovascular diseases.”
The Authority urged the public to avoid consuming such products, stressing that the directive forms part of ongoing efforts to promote food safety and reduce diet-related health risks in the country.
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