Metals Contents in Honey, Beeswax and Bees and Human Health Risk Assessment Due to Consumption of Honey: A Case Study from Selected Districts in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Pakistan

Ullah, Rahat; Jan, F. Akbar; Gulab, Hussain; Saleem, Sanum; Ullah, Naimat; Wajidullah, -

doi:10.1007/s00244-021-00910-7

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“…The Mn concentration in present work varied in the range of 40.86 μ g g −1 in P10 to 77.44 μ g g −1 in P12. Current results were relatively higher than previous findings [ 38 ]. Nickel is an important element that controls different metabolic processes in plants.…”

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confidence: 98%

“…Among all samples, lower Ni concentration was −5.92 ± 0.13 μ g g −1 in P1 and higher was 64.23 ± 0.4 μ g g −1 in P7, respectively. Current results were in accordance with previous findings [ 38 ] and higher than Zeb et al [ 39 ]. Cadmium concentration may occur in bee products from air and mineral fertilizers, and its presence in certain concentrations in organisms can have adverse effects [ 40 ].…”

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confidence: 93%

“…In general, iron is not thought to have negative health effects unless it is consumed in excessively high doses [ 14 , 16 ]. The currents findings were ranged from 355.17 μ g g −1 in P11 to 1331.46 μ g g −1 in P13, relatively higher than previous findings [ 38 ].…”

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confidence: 62%

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Bio-Functional Potential and Biochemical Properties of Propolis Collected from Different Regions of Balochistan Province of Pakistan

Akbar

Gul

Aziz

et al. 2022

Oxidative Medicine and Cellular Longevity

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Propolis is a well-known resinous natural substance collected by honeybees (Apis mellifera L.) from plants exudations. Variations in chemical composition of propolis are due to different sources from which it is collected and change in climate and geographical location. In this study, different propolis samples were collected from different regions of Balochistan and examined for its chemical composition, total phenolics and total flavonoid contents, and antioxidant potential by using DPPH radical scavenging assay and antimicrobial activity. Bioactive components analysis revealed the presence of steroids, carbohydrates, flavonoids, coumarins, cardiac glycosides, quinones, anthraquinones, terpenoids, tannins, and phlobatannins at different levels. The total phenolics contents were ranged from 2.9343 ± 1.247 to 6.0216 ± 2.873 mg GAE g-1, and flavonoid contents were found to be 0.1546 ± 0.087 to 0.6586 ± 0.329 mg QE g-1, respectively. The antioxidant ability of each extract was analyzed by their concentration having 50% inhibition ( I C 50 ). The propolis sample P3 possessed lower I C 50 27.07 ± 0.73 mg mL−1 with higher % inhibition of DPPH radical, and P8 showed lower % inhibition by having I C 50 84.43 ± 2.07 mg mL−1. The antibacterial activity of all samples was analyzed against a wide group of bacteria including Escherichia coli, Staphylococcus aureus, Pseudomonas aeruginosa, and Klebsiella pneumonia and propolis extract (P4) was highly active against Klebsiella pneumoniae with the maximum diameter of zone of inhibition 20.33 ± 1.52 mm, and propolis extract (P3) showed maximum zone of inhibition against Escherichia coli 19.06 ± 1.90 , while propolis extract (P2) was found less active with minimum diameter of zone of inhibition 7.46 ± 1.50 mm . The antifungal activity of extract was considered as active against the fungal species. Propolis extract (P3) showed 82% of zone of inhibition against Aspergillus Niger, and propolis extract (P1) was highly active against Aspergillus parasiticus with 80% of zone of inhibition. By comparing the vibration frequencies in wave numbers of the sample spectrograph acquired from an FTIR spectrophotometer, the functional groups present in the extracts were identified. The presence of seven elements (Fe, Zn, Mn, Ni, Pb, Cd, and Cr) was analyzed through atomic absorption spectrophotometer. The obtained concentrations were within the permissible ranges established by the World Health Organization. The GC-MS analysis revealed the presence of 80 different compounds belonged to different classes. The obtained results confirmed the imperative potential of propolis which can be used in various biological applications.

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Bio-Functional Potential and Biochemical Properties of Propolis Collected from Different Regions of Balochistan Province of Pakistan

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Gul

Aziz

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Oxidative Medicine and Cellular Longevity

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“…In all cases, THQ values are less than the threshold of 1. THQ values for Cu are lower than 1 in several other countries as well, showing no health risk for consumers due to honey intake (Mititelu, et al, 2022, Ullah, et al, 2022. The intake of Cu from honey was below the provisional tolerable daily intake in Iran (Akbari, et al, 2012).…”

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Assessing Copper Risk in Honey Sold in City of Yerevan

Stepanyan

Khachatryan

Pipoyan

2022

AgriScience and Technology

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Mining, including copper (Cu) production, is one of the primary economic activities in Armenia. Besides having an adverse environmental impact, it can lead to Cu accumulation in food, including honey. Considering the wide production and consumption of honey, this study aims to assess the dietary exposure of Cu through honey consumption in Yerevan, Armenia. Seventeen honey samples were included in the study. Food Frequency Questionnaire was used to evaluate honey consumption. While Cu contents exceed the Maximum Residue Level, dietary exposure estimates do not exceed the oral reference dose. Hence, the consumption of honey sold in Yerevan does not have the potential to cause adverse health effects.

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“…High metal contents like Cd, Ni, Fe, Mg occurred in beeswax [4]. Due to chronic exposure and their neurotoxic nature, harmful chemicals such as lead should not be ignored [5].…”

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Formulation of tinted lip gloss from lotus flower and date seed oil

Rutuja Babanrao Tijare,

Siddhi Sachin Wargantiwar,

Steffi George

et al. 2022

Magna Sci. Adv. Res. Rev.

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In the past few decades, there is a large emergence in usage of natural dyes and scents. With the purpose of reducing extreme damage caused to human body due to synthetic substances, most ingredients in cosmetics have been lately shifted to those obtained from natural sources. This ensures maximum efficacy with minimum side effects. In addition to the fragrance and colors, medicinal properties (anti-oxidant property of Neem/Aloe-vera, anti-wrinkle property of Amla, anti-inflammatory property of Turmeric) can also be included in lipsticks and lip glosses to enhance quality and variability. The aim of this study is to formulate tinted lip gloss with subtle colors in addition to the moisturizing effect obtained from natural sources of Nelumbo nucifera (Lotus flower petals) and date seed oil respectively. Such a formulation caters to the practical requirement of a wide population of women in general obtaining color, fragrance and moisturizing property, all in one. The formulated product was evaluated and reported herewith. It gave tinted glossy formulation with a smooth consistency excluding the side effects of beeswax and parabens. The formula produced a beautiful light pink natural color as well as a pleasant scent.

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Metals Contents in Honey, Beeswax and Bees and Human Health Risk Assessment Due to Consumption of Honey: A Case Study from Selected Districts in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Pakistan

Cited by 19 publications

References 41 publications

Bio-Functional Potential and Biochemical Properties of Propolis Collected from Different Regions of Balochistan Province of Pakistan

Bio-Functional Potential and Biochemical Properties of Propolis Collected from Different Regions of Balochistan Province of Pakistan

Assessing Copper Risk in Honey Sold in City of Yerevan

Formulation of tinted lip gloss from lotus flower and date seed oil

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