Bukhari, Ahmed, Ali, Sardar, Hassan, FLUORIDE CONTAMINATION IN FOODS AND DRINKING WATER: A REVIEW ON ITS TOXIC EFFECTS AND MITIGATION STRATEGIES

One major element that can be found in abundance on Earth is fluorine. Even at very low concentrations, it has xenobiotic effects on the environment. It travels in water and the atmosphere after being released from minerals, and industrial processing. For oral health, it is advantageous at low concentrations. Fluoride exposure at high levels can result in a variety of toxicological issues. Fluoride poisoning affects the entire environment, including the soil, plants, surface water, marine life, and animals. The main sources of fluoride for humans are food and water consumption. Fluorosis will now be a global issue due to its toxicological issues. In conclusion, the accumulation of fluoride in soil has the potential to have long-term negative effects on