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 Cadmium is a toxic heavy metal that can pose serious health risks when it enters the human body. Although it occurs naturally in the environment, human activities such as mining, industrial production and the use of contaminated fertilizers can increase its presence in food, water and soil. Understanding the dangers of ingesting cadmium is essential for protecting your health and preventing potentially life-threatening complications. What Is Cadmium? Cadmium is a naturally occurring metallic element used in certain industrial processes, including battery manufacturing, metal plating and pigment production. People can be exposed to cadmium by eating contaminated food, drinking polluted water or inhaling contaminated dust. Smoking is another important source of exposure. Foods such as rice, leafy vegetables, shellfish and certain organ meats may contain cadmium, depending on environmental contamination and growing conditions. 1. Kidney Damage One of the most serious dangers of inges...