Publications by authors named "An-Zhen Chen"
Marine traditional Chinese medicines (MTCMs) hold a significant place in the rich cultural heritage in China. It plays an irreplaceable role in addressing human diseases and serves as a crucial pillar for the development of China's marine economy. However, the rapid pace of industrialization has raised concerns about the safety of MTCM, particularly in relation to heavy metal pollution.
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- A new integrated decision tree was developed for assessing the cumulative health risks of heavy metals (Pb, Cd, and As) in food homologous traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) by measuring their concentrations using advanced spectroscopy techniques.
- The decision tree includes a three-step process that evaluates potential health risks based on hazard quotients, hazard indices, and toxicity modifications, studying 949 batches of TCM food types.
- Results show concerning HQ values for specific TCM varieties, highlighting the potential health risks of heavy metals, which could exceed safe tolerance levels, thus emphasizing the need for careful regulation in TCM usage.