POLLUTION BLOG

• 1.38 million children aged 1 to 4 (17.2% of the total population) have lead poisoning in Mexico (blood lead levels ≥5 µg/dL) according to the current Official Standard. • The population experiencing the greatest deprivations, such as living in.

More than 50 Pueblan artisans received training in modern and sustainable lead-free pottery techniques during the Pottery Knowledge Communities Meet-Up. San Bartolo Cohuecan will host a transformative event aimed at strengthening artisanal production and eliminating the use of lead in.

Lead was found in 18% of the most consumed foods by the Mexican population, including products such as rice, wheat, soy, pepper, guajillo chili, processed meats, and baby food. Researchers from Universidad Iberoamericana in Mexico City, the National Institute of.

The 4th Potters' Gathering highlighted the importance of adopting safe and lead-free practices in pottery production, thereby contributing to the health and well-being of the community. It is important to preserve the rich cultural tradition of pottery in Mexico, recognizing.

Pure Earth’s Kitchen is a cookbook of Mexican and Indian cuisine with 50 recipes that call for lead-free clay and spices. Contributors to this book spanned thirteen chefs, two cooks, one turmeric producer, and seven potters from Pure Earth’s Circle of Women project..