Publications by authors named "Ayamba Malik Abdul"
ScientificWorldJournal
November 2024
Article Synopsis
- The study aimed to evaluate heavy metal contamination in common spices from local markets in Accra, Ghana, focusing on elements like arsenic, iron, lead, cadmium, and zinc.
- Spices were analyzed through microwave digestion and inductively coupled plasma-mass spectrometry (ICP-MS), revealing that while some spices had levels of arsenic and lead slightly above certain safety guidelines, they remained below the limits set by the FAO/WHO.
- The results indicate that overall, the spices posed no immediate health risks to consumers, but ongoing monitoring is recommended due to potential bioaccumulation of heavy metals in the human body.
