- This has been a problem with it (and others, too) for years. The supplier / even where it's grown is really important.
Much is grown in countries where lead gas is still used and grown near roads where there can be a lot of exhaust - or in industrial or even waste lands / contaminated soil.
When this was in the news a few years ago, I had just purchased a large canister full of turmeric in bulk. I just called the store and they could tell me the supplier and that, yes, they were on top of it and, no, no problem with mine.
Then I called the supplier and learned more about the growing practices, where they get their turmeric, etc.
Dark chocolate is another food with frequent lead reports. Where it is grown, how it is tended, harvested, shipped . . . it all matters.
Never a good idea to buy any spice, food, supplement from sources not thoroughly researched. -
Posted by TxCoord (Member # 9204) on :
I would say let's go back to green beans and water, but you can't hardly trust those either. Posted by Tincup (Member # 5829) on :
Tx, I see now you did just say that on the other post. Wow!
Posted by Keebler (Member # 12673) on :
- Regarding anything I ingest, this song has taken on a whole new meaning in my life:
"Every move you make . . . Every step you take . . . I'll be watching you . . . ." -
Posted by ktkdommer (Member # 29020) on :
I believe the Enhansa product is a curcumin that is carefully grown. Compounded by Lee Silsby Pharmacy.
Posted by Keebler (Member # 12673) on :
- ktkdommer,
Thanks. Good to know a specific one & that does have an excellent reputation.
It just occurred to me that plants grown near shipping channels (i.e. Panama Canal, etc.) might also be more at risk due to the exhaust from waiting / stalled shipping vessels that is deposited upon the lands.
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