2019
DOI: 10.9734/ajahr/2019/v3i430003
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Health Risk Assessment for Carcinogenic and Non Carcinogenic Heavy Metal Exposure from Hibiscus Leaf Cultivated in Katsina State, North West Nigeria

Abstract: This study was conducted to determine the heavy metals concentration in Hibiscus leaves cultivated in Katsina State Nigeria. The objectives were mainly to detect the presence of heavy metals in the cultivated Hibiscus leaves in the study area, compare the concentration of heavy metals in samples in relation to the permissible limits specified by WHO/FAO/USEPA Standards. Samples of cultivated Hibiscus leaves were collected in the year 2017 from the selected area. Yaradua et al.; AJAHR, 3(4): 1-12, 2019; Article… Show more

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“…From the Tables (2 and 3) the combined health risks for all the metals in the sample for the adults and children population represented as the HRI were above 1, an indication that the sample is not safe for consumption. The current result is in disagreement to what was previously reported in Katsina State [33][34][35][36][37][38][39].…”
Section: Non-cancer Riskscontrasting
confidence: 99%
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“…From the Tables (2 and 3) the combined health risks for all the metals in the sample for the adults and children population represented as the HRI were above 1, an indication that the sample is not safe for consumption. The current result is in disagreement to what was previously reported in Katsina State [33][34][35][36][37][38][39].…”
Section: Non-cancer Riskscontrasting
confidence: 99%
“…The observation that the heavy metals Pb and Fe have values that were higher than the regulatory bodies permissible limits is a pointer that the consumption of sample by the population is not safe because of the potentially high health risk. Also, the mean heavy metals concentrations of the sample was higher than the reported mean heavy metals concentrations in studies that evaluate heavy metals in various food samples that were earlier conducted in Katsina State, Nigeria [33][34][35][36][37][38][39]. The Apparent higher value obtained may not be unconnected with the illegal mining and metal artisanal sites that are located within the vicinity of the sampling area.…”
Section: Heavy Metal Concentrations In Cultivated Lettuce Leavesmentioning
confidence: 55%
“…Two approaches were used to test the safety of the harvested rainwater [ 4 ]: Chronic daily intakes of metals (CDIs) and, Health risk indexes of metals (HRIs). …”
Section: Methodsmentioning
confidence: 99%
“…Water is the most important resource; it is utilized largely in agricultural production and is fundamental to ensuring global food security. The overutilization of water resources creates complex problems, such as waterlogging and salinization, and results in the depletion of groundwater resources [ 4 ]. Water is a vital substance in the environment, and its contamination with heavy metals is considered a worldwide environmental problem [ 5 , 6 , 7 ].…”
Section: Introductionmentioning
confidence: 99%
“…The historic use of plant resources for seasoning and spicing in Northern Nigerian cuisine is reflected in the usage of leaves as condiments, as demonstrated by histopathological investigations on the toxicity of Ocimum gratissimum leaf extract (Effraim et al, 2010). Furthermore, the usage of hibiscus leaves in regional specialties, such as the salad "Kwadon Yakuwa," demonstrates the variety of ways that traditional Northern Nigerian meals employ seasonings and sauces (Yaradua et al, 2019). The rich cultural legacy and customs of Northern Nigeria are reflected in the variety of traditional spice mixes and preparations.…”
Section: Traditional Spice Blends and Diversitymentioning
confidence: 99%