Wastewater Irrigation Possess a Risk on Food Chain, Health, and its Treatment with Constructed Wetlands | [Journal of Innovative Sciences • 2021]

Author(s):

1. Hasnain Raza: Department of Soil and Environmental Sciences, MNS-University of Agriculture, Multan, Pakistan

2. Maryam Maqsood: Department of Food Science and Technology, MNS-University of Agriculture, Multan, Pakistan

3. Muhammad Muzamil Nazir: Department of Soil and Environmental Sciences, MNS-University of Agriculture, Multan, Pakistan

4. Iqra Tariq: Department of Soil and Environmental Sciences, MNS-University of Agriculture, Multan, Pakistan

5. Kaynat Ahmed: Department of Soil and Environmental Sciences, MNS-University of Agriculture, Multan, Pakistan

6. Qurat- ul-Ain: Department of Soil and Environmental Sciences, MNS-University of Agriculture, Multan, Pakistan

7. Ali Raza: Department of Food Science and Technology, MNS-University of Agriculture, Multan, Pakistan

8. Huda Bilal: Institute of Plant Protection, MNS-University of Agriculture, Multan, Pakistan

9. Muhammad Bilal Shoukat: Department of Soil and Environmental Sciences, MNS-University of Agriculture, Multan, Pakistan

10. Attiq ur Rehman: Department of Soil and Environmental Sciences, MNS-University of Agriculture, Multan, Pakistan

11. Awais Rasheed: Department of Soil and Environmental Sciences, MNS-University of Agriculture, Multan, Pakistan

12. Muhammad Zeshan Gulzar: Department of Soil and Environmental Sciences, MNS-University of Agriculture, Multan, Pakistan

Abstract:

Currently, wastewater irrigation is increasing to combat the depletion of freshwater resources and the water stress caused by climate change. In many countries, wastewater irrigation has been highlighted as a serious environmental concern due to heavy metal buildup in soils and food crops, as well as potential health hazards to humans from ingesting these foods. Human health hazards are becoming more crucial as wastewater irrigation increases because exposure to a variety of toxins must be evaluated against the advantages to food security and livelihoods. By irrigating treated wastewater, the danger of human exposure to heavy metal contamination can be considerably minimized. Innovative solutions to this universal problem are being provided through eco-technologies, such as constructed wetlands (CWs). CWs are among the most widely used natural water management options. CWs can be used for phytoremediation, which acts as a natural sink for toxins. The present paper aims to provide a brief discussion on wastewater health risks, CWs, and its phytoremediation attributes as a plant-based cleanup solution for wastewater remediation.

Page(s): 258-266

DOI: DOI not available

Published: Journal: Journal of Innovative Sciences, Volume: 7, Issue: 2, Year: 2021

Keywords:

phytoremediation , health , Food chain , Constructed wetlands , Wastewater irrigation

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