Health Risk Assessment of Heavy Metals in Fish from Laguna de Bay Paperback, LAP Lambert Academic Publishing

Laguna de Bay is the largest freshwater lake in the Philippines and an important source of food and livelihood for communities surrounding it. However, heavy metal contamination in the lake and its fish populations pose a significant health risk to those who consume them. This book provides a comprehensive assessment of the health risks associated with heavy metal contamination in fish from Laguna de Bay. It includes information on the sources of heavy metals in the lake, their accumulation in fish tissues, and their potential effects on human health. The book also examines the current regulatory framework for protecting consumers from heavy metal exposure through fish consumption and provides recommendations for mitigating the health risks associated with this contamination. Overall, this book is a valuable resource for researchers, policymakers, and health professionals working to address the issue of heavy metal contamination in fish from Laguna de Bay and its impact on public health.