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Research Paper | Animal Science | India | Volume 13 Issue 8, August 2024 | Popularity: 5.3 / 10
Fluoride Toxicity Cripple Life of Villagers in Amravati District, Maharashtra
Milind Kale
Abstract: Fluoride is found in all natural waters resources to some degree. It can be extremely high in groundwater, depending on a number of factors, such as the types of rocks and minerals of that region. Drinking water is the one of the major sources of fluoride consumption in India. Both urban and rural areas, lack access to clean drinking water and basic sanitation; nearly half the population is illiterate, not at all aware of the water borne diseases affecting their health. Except that a variety of vegetables and fruits, grains, meat, poultry and fish (especially canned fish), milk and tea; most natural foods have minor levels of fluoride. Major problems are being faced by the country due to the presence of excess fluoride in groundwater in certain parts of country. Fluoride toxic effects that contribute to multiple health problems, including lowered IQ, dental fluorosis, bone weakness and fractures, immune and endocrine dysfunction.
Keywords: Environmental Conditions, Water Analysis, and Morphological symptoms, Mottled teeth, Leg architecture
Edition: Volume 13 Issue 8, August 2024
Pages: 1613 - 1619
DOI: https://www.doi.org/10.21275/SR24825152255
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