Question

Choose the incorrect statement from the options.

• A. Pollen grains cause allergies and bronchial infections.
• B. Pollen grains are rich in nutrients.
• C. Pollen tablets and syrups are used as food supplements.
• D. Consumptions of pollen grains decreases the perfomance of athletes and race horses.

Answer 1

The correct option is D

Consumptions of pollen grains decreases the perfomance of athletes and race horses.

Pollen grains of Parthenium also known as carrot grass cause severe pollen allergy. Pollen is rich in nutrients and is taken as a food supplement. In Western countries pollen products are consumed by athletes and fed to race horses in the belief that they can enhance their performance.