Arsenic, lead, mercury—heavy metals in foods are in the news. An experts explains causes, risks, and avoidance strategies to keep yourself healthy.

Plants absorb heavy metals from the soil, and humans and animals can be exposed to them by consuming these plants.

That’s because cannabis has a special property that allows the plant to absorb heavy metals from the soil, as well as potentially harmful chemicals. While that can be good for cleaning up the ...

More specifically, heavy metals can enter food (especially plant foods) through groundwater, soil, air pollution, and food processing techniques.

(CNN) – A new study has found marijuana users have more heavy metals in their bodies compared to non-users. That’s because cannabis has a special property that allows the plant to absorb heavy ...