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Hidden Lead Risks at Firing Ranges: Health & Prevention

Lead exposure at firing ranges is a serious hidden risk from ammunition smoke and gun smoke, especially indoors. Traditional primers contain lead styphnate and lead peroxide, releasing fine lead particulates along with antimony, barium, and manganese when guns are fired. These toxins are inhaled, entering the bloodstream quickly and causing neurotoxicity, neurotransmitter disruption, cognitive impairment, […]

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Why is there a Cancer Warning on Seaweed? | Q&A

The cancer warning on seaweed is due to the potential presence of naturally occurring compounds called heavy metals and organic pollutants that can be harmful when consumed in large quantities. Long answer Seaweed, also known as marine algae, is a type of marine plant that grows in the ocean. It is consumed as a food […]