Concerns are growing regarding the presence of toxic elements such as arsenic (As),
cadmium (Cd), mercury (Hg), and lead (Pb) in the ingredients and prepared foods for infants …

This study aimed to investigate the heavy metal contamination in poultry meat of Kotli
Sattian, Rawalpindi. The meat samples from ten sites were analyzed for lead, cadmium …

Introduction Previous research suggests that fasting increases lead absorption in the
gastrointestinal tract, and that regularly eating meals may reduce blood lead. However, there …

Dietary exposure to heavy metals and metalloids [metal (loid) s] deserves increased
attention; however, there is a lack of a comprehensive understanding of the risks of dietary …

Cadmium (Cd) is a toxic heavy metal widely distributed in foodstuffs. In Mexico, few studies
have evaluated Cd content in foods. This study aimed to determine Cd concentrations in …

Evidence of the effects of postnatal exposure to organophosphates (OPs) on children's
neurodevelopment remains limited but crucial. This cross-sectional study evaluated …

Purpose Lead is a well-established environmental contaminant that over the last 50 years
has become recognized as a neurotoxin with its greatest concern for the developing child (ie …

Exposure to potentially toxic elements above certain limits can cause adverse effects on
human health, with young children being the most vulnerable. Then, the aim of this study …

Heavy metals and metalloids such as lead, cadmium, arsenic, nickel and zinc are an
unavoidable contaminant of our ecosystem because of its natural occurrence They are also …

Providing consumers with safe, nutritious food is a common goal shared by the produce
industry, the public health community, government agencies, and academia. To this end …