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> > Have you any references handy?
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https://rirdc.infoservices.com.au/downloads/08-031.pdf

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> >harsh things like bleach and who knows what.

Animal cells naturally produce and degrade hypochlorite as a component of
immune response.  So I'm not sure just how "harsh" bleach actually is when
diluted in the syrup.  Note that bees appear to preferentially seek out
"bleached" water in swimming pools and hot tubs.

Randy Oliver

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