Lawmakers Criticize FDA’s Lack Of Action Removing Toxic Heavy Metals from Baby Food
FDA has fallen behind schedule on addressing toxic heavy metals in baby food, putting children at risk of serious health problems, including autism and ADHD
FDA has fallen behind schedule on addressing toxic heavy metals in baby food, putting children at risk of serious health problems, including autism and ADHD
Baby food lead limits will significantly reduce infant and children's exposure to the toxic metal, which has been linked to cases of autism and ADHD
All but one baby food tested contained at least two toxic metals, according to investigative report that highlights the continuing risks children face from contaminated baby food
The CDC warned about the risks of skin-whitening cream in 2019 following reports of mercury exposure.
The lawsuit seeks compensation for those who purchased Simple Truth Organic Rice Risks Baby Teething Wafers which plaintiffs say contain high amounts of toxic heavy metals.
The interim class counsel for Nurture toxic baby food lawsuits will take certain actions on behalf of all plaintiffs, while the court weighs whether to certify class action status.
High levels of toxic metals were abundant in prepackaged baby food rice products, and in baby food made at home using store-bought produce.
The FDA missed a self-imposed deadly to set limits on lead in baby food in April, raising concerns about the timeline to remove toxic metals from infant and toddler food products.
Eating 1.5 ounces of fish per day carried a 23% increased risk of melanoma skin cancer, researchers found
The mother of a child who received an autism diagnosis says toxic metals in popular baby food products led to the condition.