Determination of proximate composition, selected essential and heavy metals in sesame seeds () from the Ethiopian markets and assessment of the associated health risks.

In this study, the proximate composition, levels of essential and heavy metals; and health risk assessment were evaluated in sesame seed ( L.) samples purchased randomly from local markets of three study sites in Ethiopia. A 0.

Levels and health risk assessment of trace metals in honey from different districts of Bench Sheko Zone, Southwest Ethiopia.

This study aimed to determine the levels and potential health risks posed by trace metals (Zn, Cu, Mn, Cd, Cr, and Pb) obtained in honey samples. The honey samples were from Sheko, Guraferda, Mizan Aman Town, Debub Bench, and Semien Bench in Bench Sheko Zone, Southern Ethiopia, and levels of trace metals were determined using atomic absorption spectroscopy (AAS). The levels of trace metals in honey samples across the provinces ranged as follows; Zn (1.