Consumer Reports Investigation Finds High Lead Levels in Discount Ground Cinnamon
Watchdog group urges FDA to adopt federal limits on the amount of lead in cinnamon and other spices, which could pose serious health risks for consumers.
Tag Archives: Lead Poisoning
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Toxic Levels of Lead, Heavy Metals Found in Many Popular Dark Chocolate Products: Study
While exceeding limits set in California, researchers indicated the levels of metals in dark chocolate are generally not high enough to raise serious health concerns with occasional servings, but additional research is needed
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EPA Grants Target Lead Exposure Risks from Drinking Water at Schools, Childcare Facilities Nationwide
Recipients of the grants will follow federal recommendations to reduce lead contamination in drinking water sources used by children.
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Another Cocoa Puffs Class Action Lawsuit Filed Over High Levels of Lead in Popular Cereal Products
General Mills misled families about the presence of toxic lead in cereals and bars it marketed for children, lawsuit alleges.
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Traditional Surma Eye Makeup Caused Lead Poisoning Cases Among New York Family Members, CDC Reports
CDC investigators indicate that steps need to be taken to make traditional cosmetic products safer, while still being available for cultural practices.
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FDA Issues Lead Poisoning Risk Alert for Ground Cinnamon Sold in NY
In recent months, health officials have issued lead poisoning warnings for several products containing contaminated ground cinnamon.
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General Mills Cocoa Puffs Cereal Class Action Lawsuit Filed Over Toxic Lead Levels
Most consumers eat more than 1 cup of Cocoa Puffs in a single meal, which could expose them to levels of toxic lead that are higher than safe daily limits.
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CDC Calls for More Blood Lead Testing Following Contaminated Apple Sauce Poisonings
Recommendations follow hundreds of reports involving lead poisoning from contaminated apple sauce sold to families nationwide.
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Lead Contaminated WanaBana Apple Sauce Sold at Dollar Tree for Months After Recall: FDA Warning Letter
Dollar Tree continued to sell Wanabana Apple Cinnamon fruit pouches on store shelves for at least two months after being recalled for lead contamination
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Drinking Water With Low Lead Levels Still Pose Serious Health Risks For Certain Individuals: Study
Kidney function is reduced by even legally acceptable levels of lead in drinking water, researchers warn.
