Risk Characterization of the Armenian Population to Nickel: Application of Deterministic and Probabilistic Approaches to a Total Diet Study in Yerevan City

Pipoyan, Davit; Stepanyan, Seda; Beglaryan, Meline; Mantovani, Alberto

doi:10.1007/s12011-022-03371-8

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“…The main sources of iron in the analyzed group are bread and flour-based products, milk and milk products, meat and meat products, fish, egg, fruits, vegetables, potato, coffee, and water. These food groups (with 28 related sub-groups in total) represent the main products in Armenian diet [ 16 ] ( Supplementary Materials, Table S1 ) and they include most of the foods that are recognized as main sources of iron by EFSA [ 1 ]. Each studied food item was a composite sample formed through pooling at least 8 individual samples (i.e., sub-samples) ( Supplementary Materials, Table S1 ).…”

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“…Each studied food item was a composite sample formed through pooling at least 8 individual samples (i.e., sub-samples) ( Supplementary Materials, Table S1 ). The sample preparation, digestion processes and analysis are described by Pipoyan et al [ 16 ].…”

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“…The following supporting information can be downloaded at: , Table S1: Investigated food products. Reference [ 16 ] is cited in the supplementary materials.…”

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Adequate dietary iron (Fe) intake is crucial for preventing Fe-deficient anemia, a recognized global public health concern which is important in Armenia. This study aimed to analyze the intake of Fe, both heme (from animal tissues) and non-heme (more prevalent, but less efficiently absorbed), as well as the Fe dietary sources, among adults in a representative national sample in Armenia. The study was conducted on 1400 individuals aged 18–80 and above, who were enrolled from all regions of Armenia. The Fe intake was assessed through a 24 h dietary recall survey, while Fe occurrence was determined through atomic absorption spectrophotometry (AAS). The results showed a high proportion of adults with a Fe intake lower than the average requirements set by EFSA (65%, 80% and 85% of males, total females and females at fertile age, respectively). Main Fe sources were bread, fruits and vegetables; heme Fe accounted only for <5% of total Fe intake. Compared to males, females had a lower intake of all forms of Fe (p < 0.05). Significant differences were observed in the intake of different forms of Fe between regions (p < 0.05), while the age-group 36–55 years had higher intakes of total Fe. Our data call for comprehensive nutritional security strategies in order to reduce iron deficiency in Armenia, that represents a public health concern.

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“…Oral exposure to Ni can lead to various adverse effects (Pipoyan et al 2022). Analyzing risk as an assessment can provide environmentalists with valuable insights into understanding the carcinogenic and non-carcinogenic effects of metals on human health.…”

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Does Nickel-contaminated groundwater in a mining area cause health risks to vulnerable consumers?

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This study examined the health risk associated with nickel (Ni) in the groundwater of South Khorasan, Eastern Iran. A total of 110 stations were included in the study, comprising 62 wells, 40 qanats, and 8 springs in the summer of 2020. Initially, the collected samples were tested for temperature, pH, and electrical conductivity (EC). Subsequently, the samples were filtered and treated with nitric acid (HNO3) to measure the concentration of Ni using Inductively Coupled Plasma Mass Spectrometry (ICP-MS). Hazard quotient (HQ) and non-carcinogenic risk assessments were employed to evaluate the potential risks of Ni to the inhabitants. The findings revealed that the concentration of Ni ranged from 0.02 to 132.39 µg l− 1, and only two stations exhibited Ni concentrations above the WHO standards (20 µg l− 1). The results demonstrated that 98.21% of the sampled locations had HQ values below one, indicating negligible risk, while 1.78% of the stations exhibited HQ values of one or higher, representing a high non-carcinogenic risk for water consumers. Overall, the concentration of nickel in the groundwater of South Khorasan exceeded the World Health Organization (WHO) limit solely in the Halvan station, posing a non-carcinogenic risk for the residents in that area, and therefore, additional efforts should be made to provide healthier groundwater to consumers in this region.

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“…For example, a study by Grigoryan et al (2018) found that social interactions and traditions associated with drinking tea and coffee were important factors in the dietary patterns of the Armenian population. Daily consumption of coffee in various age groups is a practice that Armenians associate with their routine life, coffee is a must with company, celebrations and for a peaceful afternoon rest, therefore it is expected that the abovementioned effects of chronic caffeinating on the body to be vibrant in the Armenian ethnicity [Aleksanyan A et al, 2020; Pipoyan D et al, 2023].…”

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Association Between Caffeine, Anxiety and the Occurrence of Aphthous Stomatitis in the Armenian Ethnicity

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Hameed Alwan

2023

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Introduction: Aphthous stomatitis is a recurring oral ulceration condition that affects a significant proportion of the population. While several factors have been proposed to contribute to its occurrence, the link between caffeine consumption, anxiety levels, and the development of aphthous stomatitis remains unknown. This survey-based study aimed to understand the association between coffee, anxiety, and the development of aphthous stomatitis in this specific demographic, which can provide useful insights for medical management as well as preventive strategies. Material and methods: A structured online questionnaire was distributed via various social media platforms targeting a sample of the Armenian population. The questionnaire collected information on participants’ demographics, coffee use patterns, anxiety levels as measured by perceived stress scales, and the occurrence of aphthous stomatitis. Statistical analyses, including Kendall’s tau, were carried out to investigate the relationships. Results: The results revealed a significant negative association between caffeine consumption and the occurrence of aphthous stomatitis among Armenian individuals Kendall’s tau-b (τb) correlation - 240* (p<0.05). Participants who reported regular caffeine consumption, such as coffee, tea, and energy drinks, had a lesser prevalence of aphthous stomatitis than non-consumers. Furthermore, Armenians in the survey showed that the majority (83.5%) had a low to moderate stress level. Conclusion: The data we collected in our research indicate that the prevalence of Recurrent Aphthous Stomatitis in the Armenian ethnicity was infrequent; over half of the participants didn’t report Recurrent Aphthous Stomatitis in the past 12 months. Which may correlate to their caffeine consumption habits, which can lead to stress reduction.

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Risk Characterization of the Armenian Population to Nickel: Application of Deterministic and Probabilistic Approaches to a Total Diet Study in Yerevan City

Cited by 7 publications

References 33 publications

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Assessment of Heme and Non-Heme Iron Intake and Its Dietary Sources among Adults in Armenia

Does Nickel-contaminated groundwater in a mining area cause health risks to vulnerable consumers?

Association Between Caffeine, Anxiety and the Occurrence of Aphthous Stomatitis in the Armenian Ethnicity

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