"FDA Warns of Lead Contamination in Cinnamon Products"

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The FDA has warned of elevated lead levels in ground cinnamon products from six brands, advising consumers to throw them away due to potential health risks. While the lead levels are lower than those found in previously recalled cinnamon applesauce, prolonged exposure could still be unsafe, especially for young children. The agency has requested voluntary recalls from the companies and is urging industry to take more action to prevent contaminants from entering the food supply.
- Elevated lead found in six ground cinnamon spice brands, FDA warns The Washington Post
- More than 20 lead poisoning cases in Pennsylvania linked to tainted applesauce; at least 1 in Philadelphia WPVI-TV
- FDA finds lead contamination in certain ground cinnamon products, asks manufacturers to voluntarily recall items The Hill
- FDA says to throw away these 6 cinnamon products because they contain high levels of lead CBS News
- FDA issues warning about lead-contaminated ground cinnamon UPI News
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