Recalled Applesauce Pouches Exposed to Chromium, FDA Reports

The FDA found high levels of chromium in recalled applesauce products linked to lead poisoning cases, prompting concerns about potential chromium exposure. The products, including cinnamon, were manufactured by Austrofood and distributed by WanaBana LLC. The FDA has expanded its investigation and warned that symptoms of chromium exposure may be nonspecific, with potential health effects including abdominal pain, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, anemia, and renal and hepatic dysfunction.