Health Impacts of Exposure to Heavy Metals in Some Selected Lipstick Products Available in Mashhad, Iran

Hossein, Arzani; Zamand, Sima; Najafpoor, Ali Asghar; Heidarian, Hamid; Dehghan, Aliakbar; Sarkhosh, Maryam; Taghavimanesh, Vahid

doi:10.34172/ajehe.2019.15

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“…Although small amounts of toxic elements exist in lipsticks, the prolonged and regular use of these products plays a significant role in developing chronic diseases, particularly skin cancer (1,14). Lately, concerns have been raised about the health impacts of toxic elements, especially Pb, in cosmetic products like lipsticks (15,16).…”

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Assessment of Toxic Elements and Peroxide Value in Lipsticks Collected From Karaj, Iran

Shavaly-Gilani,

Mohamadi,

Fallahnejad

et al. 2023

Avicenna J Environ Health Eng

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The present study aimed to evaluate the levels of lead (Pb), arsenic (As), and mercury (Hg), as well as peroxide values in 52 samples of lipstick in Karaj, Iran. The Varian Spectra AA-220 atomic absorption spectrometer was utilized to determine the concentration of metals. The average levels of the analyzed metals were in good accordance with the standard levels set by the Institute of Standards and Industrial Research of Iran (ISIRI 14622). The obtained results illustrated that the mean (±SE) levels of Pb, As, and Hg were 3.029±0.787, 0.546±0.090, and 0.044±0.002 µg/g, respectively. Moreover, the mean peroxide value (2.173±0.314 mEq/kg) was lower than the maximum amount set by ISIRI 14622 )10 mEq/kg). Therefore, a continuous monitoring program to ensure acceptable quality of these products along with an enhancement in the consumers’ awareness of the potential hazards of the regular use of cosmetic products is highly recommended.

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Assessment of Toxic Elements and Peroxide Value in Lipsticks Collected From Karaj, Iran

Shavaly-Gilani,

Mohamadi,

Fallahnejad

et al. 2023

Avicenna J Environ Health Eng

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“…Vermi-compost, which is a waste-recycled material has been identified as a potential substitute for cereal grains mostly wheat. Their replacement (partial or total) with vermicompost, a well cherished goal has both monetary and ecological advantages [10]. It has opened the doors (i) to make mushroom farming a complete recycling process, and also (ii) to achieve healthy organic farming of high quality mushrooms a reality sooner than later.…”

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Effect of Organic Supplement on Oyster Mushroom Spawn Production

Roy,

Sinha,

Kumari

et al. 2023

JASR

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The cultivation of mushrooms is a biotechnological intervention for the conversion of various lignocellulose agro-wastes into proteins. Jharkhand and its neighbourhood are potential area for oyster mushroom production due to its favourable agro-climate, plenty of agro-wastes and Hypsizygus ulmarius good awareness and liking for mushroom consumption. They also provide other much needed nutrients like Essential Amino Acids (EAA), minerals and vitamins and keep us fit and healthy. Oyster mushroom cultivation in India is very popular among the farmers due to its simple growing technique and the availability of its good number of species adapted to wide range of temperature - from tropical to temperate. Pleurotus florida exhibits adaptability to perform well in sub-tropical areas and hence it is more popular in Chotanagpur Plateau in general and Ranchi District in particular. In the current study, therefore, P. florida was selected as a test species. Experiments on the species of Oyster mushroom were designed with the sole objective to reduce the input-cost of their cultivation by promoting the use of cheaper recycled agro-wastes like vermi-compost for spawn media preparation. The study concluded that supplemented spawn medium like Wheat (50%) + Vermi Compost (50%) and Wheat (75%) + Vermi Compost (25%) gave better result as well as its performance is at par with 100% wheat for the spawn production of P. florida and. So this can be recommended to spawn production laboratories for the use of this methodology for reducing the cost of spawn production. Vermi-compost, which is a waste-recycled material, has been identified as a potential substitute for cereal grains. Their replacement (partial or total) with Vermi-compost has opened the doors to make mushroom farming a complete recycling process, and also to achieve organic farming of mushrooms a reality sooner than later. Therefore, more such studies on other edible domesticated mushroom species need to be made in future.

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Impact of Heavy Metal Pollution on Oxidized Low-density Lipoprotein Levels among Car Maintenance Workshop Workers

Khalid,

Kadhim

2024

Avicenna J Environ Health Eng

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This study aimed to evaluate the relationship between heavy metal pollution and oxidized low-density lipoprotein (OxLDL) among workers in car maintenance workshops in Baghdad, Iraq. Blood samples were collected from 70 male workers, including car maintenance and vehicle painting workers, along with a control group of healthy males. The levels of heavy metals, specifically cadmium (Cd) and lead (Pb), as well as OxLDL and the marker of lipid peroxidation, malondialdehyde (MDA), were measured. The results revealed a significant increase in the level of Pb in the blood of workers compared to the control group, whereas Cd levels did not exhibit a significant difference. Furthermore, both groups of workers exhibited significantly elevated levels of OxLDL compared to the control group. Additionally, the MDA level was significantly increased across all the study groups. Correlation analysis demonstrated positive associations between OxLDL levels and the extent of Pb and Cd pollution in the car maintenance worker group. These findings indicate an increased risk of developing cardiovascular diseases (CVDs) among workers in car maintenance workshops due to exposure to heavy metals. The observed elevation in the levels of OxLDL and lipid peroxidation markers underscores the potential health issues associated with occupational exposure to these polluted environments.

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Health Impacts of Exposure to Heavy Metals in Some Selected Lipstick Products Available in Mashhad, Iran

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Assessment of Toxic Elements and Peroxide Value in Lipsticks Collected From Karaj, Iran

Assessment of Toxic Elements and Peroxide Value in Lipsticks Collected From Karaj, Iran

Effect of Organic Supplement on Oyster Mushroom Spawn Production

Impact of Heavy Metal Pollution on Oxidized Low-density Lipoprotein Levels among Car Maintenance Workshop Workers

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