In the first part of this series on lead poisoning, Spotlight explored new research suggesting that lead exposure is far more damaging to cardiovascular health than previously thought. In Part Two, he takes a look at the sources of lead poisoning in South Africa, where the metal has been found in products ranging from cooking pots to serving plates.
  • @Burn_The_Right@lemmy.world
    3•7 months ago

    Hmmm. What could we make this kitchenware out of? What famously poisonous, problematic material is known to cause severe physical and mental health issues when foods touch it? Let’s see here… Ceramic? No, too common. Plastic? No, too easy to make… Hmmm.