Heavy metal content of herbal health supplement products in Dubai – UAE: a cross-sectional study

Background Lead, mercury, cadmium, chromium, and arsenic intoxication have been associated with the use of health supplement (HS) products. The aim of this study is to estimate the concentration of heavy metals in HS products that are on sale in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, premises and to compare estimated daily metal intake with regulatory standards. Methods Dubai-area premises selling HS products were identified by searching the Dubai...