Summary
Date syrup, a traditional Saharan product, is attracting attention as a natural sugar alternative for the North African food sector. Its beneficial dietary and medicinal effects are attributed to its natural antioxidants, sugars, and minerals. However, poor agricultural practices and environmental factors may cause contaminants to be released into date syrup. Therefore, mineral content of seven commercial date syrups from various Algerian areas was analyzed by ICP-MS, including for the first time toxic and potentially toxic elements. Estimated dietary intakes (EDIs) were calculated for children (1-3 years) and adults, based on a daily serving of 10 g/day and 30 g/day. The plausibility of chronic non-carcinogenic risks was assessed by calculating the hazard quotient (HQ). Mineral profile wa
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