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Concentration of cadmium and lead in vegetables and fruits

This 2021 study analyzed 370 samples of fruits and vegetables—including apples, pears, grapes, raspberries, strawberries, cranberries, beetroots, celeries, carrots, and tomatoes—in various forms: fresh, frozen, dried, and processed. Using atomic absorption spectrometry, the researchers measured cadmium (Cd) and lead (Pb) concentrations. Results indicated that dried products had the highest levels

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Lower Diet Quality Associated with Subclinical Gastrointestinal Inflammation in Healthy United States Adults

This 2024 observational study published in the Journal of Nutrition (DOI: 10.1016/j.tjnut.2024.02.030) examined the relationship between diet quality and subclinical gastrointestinal (GI) inflammation in 358 healthy U.S. adults. Researchers found that higher intake of fiber, legumes, vegetables, and fruits—along with better overall diet quality measured by the Healthy Eating Index—was

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June 26, 2025 No Comments