FDA Expands Cinnamon Recall Over Lead Contamination

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The FDA has expanded a recall of 16 cinnamon brands due to elevated lead levels, which can cause health and neurological issues, especially in children. Consumers are advised to check their cinnamon products before holiday baking, stop using affected items, and dispose of them. No illnesses have been reported yet, but lead exposure can cause symptoms like abdominal pain, nausea, and behavioral changes.
- Cinnamon recall expands due to elevated lead levels. Here's what to check before fall and holiday baking. Yahoo
- Is the cinnamon on your shelf safe? The FDA says these 16 brands contain elevated levels of lead. CBS News
- ‘Stop using': Cinnamon recall expands amid warning of elevated lead levels NBC 5 Chicago
- FDA expands recall warning to include 16 spice brands with elevated lead levels MassLive.com
- FDA recalls 16 cinnamon brands with elevated lead levels — here’s what to know New York Post
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