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In modern life, heavy metal pollution has become an increasingly significant health issue. People are likely to be exposed to toxic heavy metals such as lead, mercury, cadmium, and arsenic through daily activities such as diet, drinking water, living environments, and personal care products. Since family members share living spaces and resources, they are often exposed to similar heavy metal environments. This leads to the possibility of “synchronous accumulation” of heavy metals among family members. However, traditional testing methods typically focus on individuals and overlook the overall risk for the family as a whole. Simultaneous testing of co-habiting members can help comprehensively assess the cumulative effects of heavy metals and allow early interventions to prevent potential health issues.

With the increasing discharge of industrial wastewater and agricultural runoff into the oceans, heavy metal pollution has become a growing concern. Metals such as mercury, cadmium, lead, and arsenic accumulate in marine organisms and gradually concentrate as they move up the food chain, eventually reaching high levels in large predatory fish and shellfish. For seafood enthusiasts, regular consumption of contaminated seafood may lead to potential health risks, such as neurological damage, kidney impairment, or chronic diseases. Therefore, understanding the heavy metal accumulation effect and taking protective measures is essential for seafood lovers.

In Hong Kong and other metropolitan areas, hypertension is a major risk factor for cardiovascular disease. Beyond genetic and lifestyle factors, the impact of environmental toxins (such as heavy metals, pesticide residues, and air pollutants) on blood pressure regulation is gaining increasing attention. Research indicates that environmental toxins can exacerbate hypertension by triggering chronic inflammation, oxidative stress, and vascular dysfunction. Therefore, precise toxin testing to assess the toxic burden can help identify and mitigate hidden risk factors.

In modern society, environmental pollution has become an increasingly serious health concern, especially the contamination of heavy metals. Heavy metals, such as lead, mercury, cadmium, and arsenic, can enter the human body through air, water, or food. The accumulation of these toxic substances not only threatens overall health but can also unknowingly affect fertility, particularly through their disruption of the endocrine system, which may have long-term negative effects on both male and female reproductive health.