Heavy metals in spices from Lancaster, PA: arsenic, cadmium, and lead exposure risks and the need for regulation.

ABSTRACT: Heavy metal exposure is associated with adverse health effects in children including impaired cognitive functioning. Studies have identified spices as a potential source of heavy metals. However, in Lancaster, PA no such studies have been conducted. Hence the aim of this study was to quantify arsenic (As), cadmium (Cd) and lead (Pb) in spices from Lancaster, PA. Spices were either purchased from stores in Lancaster or obtained as donations from families in Lancaster. As, Cd, and Pb were quantified using inductively coupled plasma-mass spectrometry. The Wilcoxon rank sum test was used to compare the median heavy metal concentrations in store-purchased and home-donated spices. An exposure assessment was conducted to determine the estimated daily intake (EDI) for the metals. As, Cd, and Pb we

SUBMITTER: Huff A 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12037643 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Apr

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature