Crops irrigated with wastewater store drugs in their leaves

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Mar 15, 2026, 2:28 am127 ptsTrending
Scientists studying crops irrigated with treated wastewater discovered that trace pharmaceuticals often collect in plant leaves. Tomatoes, carrots, and lettuce absorbed medications such as antidepressants and seizure drugs during the experiment. However, the edible portions of tomatoes and carrots contained…

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