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Environmental Sciences
Ying Qing, Yongzhen Li, Jiaqi Yang, Shichun Li, Kaixin Gu, Yunxia Bao, Yuhao Zhan, Kai He, Xiaoying Wang, Yanfei Li
Summary: This study comprehensively analyzed the concentrations of total mercury (THg) in eight food items and methylmercury (MeHg) in aquatic foods, and explored the dietary exposure risks across China. The results showed that plant-based foods were the primary source of mercury exposure in the diet, while aquatic foods contained higher concentrations of methylmercury. Monte Carlo simulations indicated that approximately 6.4% and 7.0% of residents in China exceeded the health-based guidance value for dietary mercury exposure, with higher exposure risks in Southwest and South China. Overall, this study provides a comprehensive understanding of dietary mercury exposure risks in China and highlights the need for further attention to mercury exposure in the diet.
ENVIRONMENTAL POLLUTION
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Applied
Christina Vlachou, Antonia Griesbacher, Klemens Fuchs, Josef Wolf, Daniela Mihats, Johann Steinwider, Daniela Hofstaedter
Summary: Probabilistic exposure and risk assessment of cadmium in the diet for Austrian adults were conducted using Monte Carlo Risk Assessment (MCRA) software and R programming, revealing underestimated levels of exposure and risk. Grains, potatoes, and leafy vegetables were identified as the main contributors to intake.
FOOD ADDITIVES AND CONTAMINANTS PART A-CHEMISTRY ANALYSIS CONTROL EXPOSURE & RISK ASSESSMENT
(2021)
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Engineering, Environmental
Xiuying Zhang, Zhen Wang, Lei Liu, Nan Zhan, Jiayao Qin, Xinqing Lu, Miaomiao Cheng
Summary: The study assessed the dietary lead risk in China and found that despite Pb concentrations in food within regulatory limits, cumulative intake poses high health risks, especially in southern, southwestern, eastern, central, and northern regions. Adjusting dietary structure can lower Pb risk, with selecting local cereals or vegetables with the lowest Pb concentrations helping reduce the proportion of high-risk individuals.
JOURNAL OF HAZARDOUS MATERIALS
(2021)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Junyu Guo, Ying Zhou, Yifei Wang, Boya Zhang, Jianbo Zhang
Summary: Methylsiloxanes (MSs) are a significant source of indoor environmental pollution with potential health risks. This study evaluated indoor exposure to MSs in children from industrial and residential areas in southwestern China. Children in industrial areas had higher exposure levels, with inhalation and dust ingestion being the main pathways of exposure. In residential areas, dermal absorption from personal care products was the predominant pathway. Infants were found to have the highest levels of MSs in plasma and may require greater attention in future research.
ENVIRONMENT INTERNATIONAL
(2021)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Daniela A. Murillo-Cisneros, Tania Zenteno-Savin, John Harley, Andrew Cyr, Pablo Hernandez-Almaraz, Ramon Gaxiola-Robles, Felipe Galvan-Magana, Todd M. O'Hara
Summary: A study was conducted to determine total mercury concentrations ([THg]) in commercial finfish and elasmobranchs from Baja California Sur (BCS), Mexico, with results showing that the relative risk of high mercury exposure is low for most species, although a few individuals had mercury concentrations exceeding recommended thresholds.
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Nutrition & Dietetics
Elena Bethencourt-Barbuzano, Dailos Gonzalez-Weller, Soraya Paz-Montelongo, Angel J. Gutierrez-Fernandez, Arturo Hardisson, Conrado Carrascosa, Montana Camara, Carmen Rubio-Armendariz
Summary: This study analyzed the mineral elements in 47 whey protein supplement samples and assessed their dietary exposures in three consumption scenarios. It was found that potassium and calcium were the elements found in higher concentrations. In a high daily consumption scenario, the intake of certain metals exceeded the daily recommended intakes and could pose a risk. It is recommended to improve product information and regulation to prevent potential health risks.
Article
Food Science & Technology
Bozidar Udovicki, Nikola Tomic, Bojana Spirovic Trifunovic, Sasa Despotovic, Jelena Jovanovic, Liesbeth Jacxsens, Andreja Rajkovic
Summary: The study analyzed the exposure to aflatoxin B1 (AFB1) in commonly consumed foods in Serbia, finding that children had the highest exposure levels, raising concerns for their health. The Margin of Exposure (MOE) calculation and estimation of potential hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC) cases revealed low MOE values and a range of possible HCC cases per year based on population groups.
FOOD AND CHEMICAL TOXICOLOGY
(2021)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Binbin Zhang, Xinglu Pan, Yun Yang, Fengshou Dong, Jun Xu, Xiaohu Wu, Yongquan Zheng
Summary: A fast and sensitive analytical method was developed to investigate mefentrifluconazole residues in rice and evaluate the associated dietary risk. The method demonstrated good linearity, accuracy, precision, and sensitivity. The dissipation kinetics of mefentrifluconazole in rice followed first-order kinetics with varying half-lives. The final residues exceeded the maximum residue limit recommended by the European Union in some harvested brown rice samples.
ECOTOXICOLOGY AND ENVIRONMENTAL SAFETY
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Applied
Burhan Basaran, Zehra Ozcifci, Hakki Turker Akcay, Ulgen Aytan
Summary: This study examined 14 packaged milk products from various brands in the Turkish market. The researchers physically characterized the microplastics under a microscope and recorded their vibrational spectra using the ATF/FT-IR technique. They determined the polymer types by matching the obtained spectra with reference spectra. The study found microplastics in the milk samples in two different shapes, five different polymers, and six different colors. The average number of microplastics in the milk samples analyzed was 6 ± 5 particles/L. The study also calculated the daily and lifetime microplastic exposure through milk intake. The results indicate a medium level of microplastic contamination in the milk samples, suggesting the need for improvement in all steps of production to reduce microplastic contamination.
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JOURNAL OF FOOD COMPOSITION AND ANALYSIS
(2023)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Athina Stavroulaki, Manolis N. Tzatzarakis, Vasiliki Karzi, Ioanna Katsikantami, Elisavet Renieri, Elena Vakonaki, Maria Avgenaki, Athanasios Alegakis, Miriana Stan, Matthaios Kavvalakis, Apostolos K. Rizos, Aristidis Tsatsakis
Summary: This study investigated the levels of four groups of antibiotics in meat samples from the Cretan market in Greece and assessed the potential hazard and dietary exposure of antibiotics in relation to human health. The results showed the presence of different groups of antibiotics in meat samples but indicated a low health risk. Risk assessment analysis revealed no risk for consumers in terms of meat consumption.
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Yanli Qi, Junli Cao, Chunyong Li, Pengcheng Ren, Shu Qin, Jindong Li
Summary: This study aimed to assess the potential threat of myclobutanil residue in tomatoes on consumers' health. The results showed that myclobutanil was mainly present in the skin of tomatoes and its residual level significantly decreased after processing procedures such as washing, peeling, and homogenization. Overall, the processing of tomatoes effectively reduced the residual level of myclobutanil, making it acceptable in terms of dietary risk for Chinese consumers, although closer monitoring of pesticide exposure for children is necessary due to the acute and chronic risk quotient.
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Chemistry, Applied
Yingjie Wang, Jingjing Dong, Mengyuan Chen, Yimei Tian, Xin Liu, Liang Liu, Yongning Wu, Zhiyong Gong
Summary: The study monitored the levels of perchlorate in 330 foods from Wuhan, evaluating dietary exposure and risk assessment. Results showed that vegetables had the highest perchlorate levels, while meat had the lowest, yet dietary exposure to perchlorate via food consumption was deemed safe for the people of Wuhan.
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Chemistry, Applied
Yongheng Zhong, Tao Xu, Xiaodan Wu, Kaimian Li, Peng Zhang, Shengyang Ji, Shimin Li, Lufei Zheng, Baiyi Lu
Summary: This paper evaluated the dietary risks of cassava cyanide and proposed a maximum residue limit for cyanogenic glycosides in cassava. The results showed no chronic health risk across all populations concerning cassava consumption. It is suggested that risk assessment of cyanide for foods rich in CNGs should be based on CNGs quantification rather than that of CN-.
Article
Food Science & Technology
Dai An, Rakdo Ko, Jinchan Kim, Kwanghun Lee, Ji-Ho Lee
Summary: The dissipation behavior and dietary exposure risk assessment of four fungicides (dimethomorph, mandipropamid, myclobutanil, and metalaxyl) in squash were evaluated. Analysis using UHPLC-MS/MS showed good recovery rates and low standard deviations. The half-lives of the fungicides in squash fruit and leaf were determined, and hazard quotient values were obtained for both the general population and true consumers.
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Nutrition & Dietetics
Youngjoo Kwon
Summary: The study estimated the level of capsaicin consumption in Koreans and found that most people consumed amounts below levels that may cause adverse effects, but more long-term studies are needed to understand the health benefits of capsaicin for Koreans better.
