Heavy Metals and Health Risks Associated with Consumption of Herbal Plants Sold in a Major Urban Market in Southwest, Nigeria
Background. Although herbal medicines play an important role as a source of medicine, concerns have been raised about the risks posed by consumption of these plants, especially if consumed above permissible levels. Objectives. This study was undertaken to assess the level of exposure, toxicity and h...
Main Authors: | Johnson A. Olusola, Oluwakemi. B. Akintan, Harrison. A. Erhenhi, Olagoke. O. Osanyinlusi |
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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Pure Earth
2021-01-01
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Series: | Journal of Health and Pollution |
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Online Access: | https://www.journalhealthpollution.org.pinnacle.allenpress.com/doi/pdf/10.5696/2156-9614-11-31-210915 |
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