A collaboration between RedEye, a leader in Taiwan's biomedical technology, and Malaysia's IMD Company. This innovative smart home device offers a clear insight into whether fruits and vegetables retain pesticide residue even after cleaning. Empowering you to protect your family from the dangers of consuming excessive pesticides, starting today.
【PestiEye- the ideal device for Food-Safety】
As people pay more attention to their own health and safety, the dangerous amount of pesticide residues on our daily intake of fruits and vegetables as well as the related risk to cancer has become a concern to all. Daily intake of excessive pesticide residues is not only harmful to our health, but also greatly negates the benefits of eating fresh produce. According to foreign reports, nearly 85% of cancer cases as well as 80% of other diseases are linked to the high levels of pesticide intake in our daily food.
Due to the outbreak of the Covid-19 pandemic, everyone has become more aware and concern of their own immunity and health. Therefore, Taiwanese leading technology company, RedEye, located in Hsinchu Science Park (also known as Taiwan’s Silicon Valley) – an important high-technology industry centre – developed “PestiEye”, a pesticide residue detection device. By utilising optical sensors and exclusive “Dynamic Fluid Optical Algorithm” software embedded in the product, “PestiEye” is able to quickly detect pesticide residues in fresh produce without stepping out of the comfort of our homes.
“PestiEye” is a useful device that is able to intelligently detect pesticide residues in water which cannot be seen by the naked eye. It is a very user-friendlydevice that aids in safeguarding people’s health and provides an ease of mind that our daily meals are safe to be consumed. Although cleaning fruits and vegetables with commercial produce wash is becoming a norm, by using “PestiEye”, one is able to confirm that their fresh produce has been thoroughly cleaned of pesticide residues.
“PestiEye” simply means “The Eye that Sees Pesticide”. “PestiEye” takes only 2.5 seconds to detect and analyse the levels of pesticide residues in fruits and vegetables by simply soaking fresh produce and the device in water. “PestiEye” is also able to detect the quality of your water source. Equipped with LED lights to indicate the various levels of pesticide residues, one can easily tell if the produce requires further washing, or if pesticide residues are within the admissible ranges and the produce is safe to be eaten.
This device is not intended to replace the extensive and expensive instruments of a fully equipped laboratory; but rather as an innovative technology that one can use within the ease of their own home by analysing the composition of the aqueous solution in the basin.
“PestiEye” truly one of its kind in the market and is able to detect all pesticides that are available commercially allowing one to enjoy fresh produce without worries.
Q&A:
What is PestiEye, and how expensive is it ?
A>This product is derived from large, expensive laboratory equipment used exclusively for professional analysis. Taiwan RedEye Biomedical scientists have innovatively combined electronics, optics, and computer software algorithms to create this product, which is made in Taiwan. It is primarily developed to address the growing problem of pesticide residues in vegetables and fruits and is priced to be affordable for consumers. Suggested selling price (MSRP) is RM650.00 per unit by calculating an average daily cost of less than RM2 for the first year (use beyond a year, the lower the average cost), you can protect your family’s health. Moreover, if you can use this product for several years, the daily cost will be even lower. The price is reasonable, considering it can safeguard your family’s health. Health is priceless. It’s about being responsible for yourself and your family. Never lose sight of what truly matters for something minor.
Can PestiEye detect all pesticide residues?
A>The PestiEye pesticide residue detector uses spectral technology and is sensitive to all pesticides in water, including banned substances. It can also detect turbidity in filtered drinking water that is invisible to the naked eye, providing pure results. Frankly, the most reliable way is to trust the pesticide residue results which is tested by your own self at home.
It’s become so common to find fruits and vegetables sprayed with pesticides in the market. It doesn’t matter, right?
A>In fact, the use of pesticides in modern agriculture is not terrible as long as they are within regulated limits. The most frightening thing is fruits and vegetables with severely excessive pesticide residues, which can be extremely harmful to the body. Since we inevitably dine out with our weekday job, using the PestiEye handheld device can reduce the accumulation or increase of pesticide residue intake, allowing everyone at home to eat with greater peace of mind and healthy. According to the latest estimates from the International Agency for Research on Cancer in February 2024, new cancer cases worldwide are expected to increase by 77% by 2050; the cancer rate among young people is also on the rise.
Everything has pesticides nowadays, so what choice do we have? Should we just stop eating fruits and vegetables?
A>Perhaps some haven’t truly experienced being in a hospital ward, witnessing the grim reality for cancer patients and their families. After that, you realize wealth offers no solace – health and well-being are not mere words. Many are resigned or indifferent to pesticide residues on produce. But it’s time to change that perspective! While pesticides are ingrained in modern farming, the potential harm from long-term, excessive intake of their residues, given these are foods we consume daily, cannot be overlooked. We must reduce exposure whenever possible. Beyond that, these chemical pesticides can cause chronic issues like developmental delays in children, nervous system disruption, liver and kidney damage, and endocrine disorders.
Some people believe stress is the primary cause of cancer, with toxic pesticide residues taking a backseat?
A>While it’s true that stress is a significant health killer, attributing cancer solely to it is a one-sided understanding of health risks. In reality, stress and pesticide residues are not mutually exclusive. Undeniably, stress can be a major stumbling block on our health journey. It can weaken our body’s immune system, leading to widespread inflammation and making it harder for damaged cells to repair themselves. This can indeed exacerbate health risks. However, even if we acknowledge the immense impact of life stress, this by no means implies that pesticide residues can be ignored. Their effects on health come from very real chemical toxicity. Blaming the development of cancer on a single factor, be it stress or pesticide residues, is an overly simplistic view. This doesn’t mean we can afford to be complacent about chemicals in our food. Changing our “indifferent” attitude towards pesticide residues is the first step in protecting ourselves and our families. Starting today, make an effort to thoroughly wash your fruits and vegetables and choose safer sources. Your health and your family’s well-being are worth the extra care!
Is the PestiEye difficult to use?
A>Simply turn on the power switch, press the detection button, and insert it into the fruit or vegetable that has been soaked in the clean water after 15 minutes. You can get the results within a few seconds. It is very easy and convenient to use. Please refer to the user manual for other operating instructions.
How do I know if there are still pesticide residues based on the PestiEye test results?
A>The product has an LED display that shows the test results. Red color indicates excessive pesticide residues; orange color indicates a small amount of pesticide residue; and green color indicates that it is clean washed, safe to eat.
If there are still pesticide residues, what should I do?
A>Please continue to rinse with clean water and retest until it is clean washed.
What if pesticide residues remain after multiple washes? Should the produce be discarded?
A>If pesticide residues are still detected or exceed safe limits even after multiple washes, simply discarding the vegetables and fruits isn’t the only solution. This could lead to food waste. Instead, it’s beneficial to learn to identify “high-risk” types of fruits and vegetables in our local market that commonly have higher pesticide residues. This knowledge helps you make more informed decisions when shopping. Of course, only with a detector like PestiEye can you truly know if produce has been thoroughly cleaned and is safe to eat. Testing it yourself offers the greatest peace of mind. However, in the long run, choosing reliable sources, diversifying your diet, and supporting sustainable agriculture are key to ensuring the safety of our food.
How do I charge the PestiEye?
A>The product has a built-in lithium battery and can be recharged using USB.
What is the warranty period for the PestiEye?
A>Under normal use, the electronic components on the device comes with a one-year warranty; however, the charging cable accessory is consumable, with a three-month warranty.