Analysis of heavy metals and minerals in edible vegetable oils produced and marketed in Gondar City, Northwest Ethiopia
To address the exceeded levels of heavy metals, it is imperative to implement more careful handling, processing of raw materials, and filtering practices. Producers and marketers should take the necessary precautions to prevent contamination. Strict regulatory control from responsible bodies and stakeholders is recommended to ensure the safety and metal contents of vegetable oils originating from the study area.
Authors
- Hailemariam Feleke
- Lamrot Yohannes (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0001-5212-5444)
- Mequannent Sharew Melaku
- Dagnachew Eyachew Amare
Institutions
- University of Gondar (ET)
Publication Details
- Journal
- BMC Public Health
- Published
- 2024-08-13
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.1186/s12889-024-19695-0
- Citations
- 10
- Primary Topic
- Heavy Metals in Plants
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 2.36
Funders
- University of Gondar