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Consumer Reports found that Lunchables and similar lunch kits contain high levels of lead, cadmium, and sodium, with most also testing positive for phthalates. The group advises against regularly consuming these products and warns against considering them a healthy school lunch option.
Consumer Reports has found "concerning" levels of lead and cadmium in a third of the chocolate products it recently tested, urging Hershey to reduce the amounts of heavy metals in its chocolate. The non-profit consumer group tested various chocolate products and found that 16 out of 48 contained potentially harmful levels of lead, cadmium, or both. The products included dark chocolate bars and hot chocolate mixes from Walmart, cocoa powder from Hershey's and Droste, semi-sweet chocolate chips from Target, and hot chocolate mixes from Trader Joe's, Nestle, and Starbucks. Consumer Reports has stated that long-term exposure to these metals can lead to nervous system problems, immune system suppression, and kidney damage, with greater risks for pregnant women and young children. Hershey has previously expressed its commitment to reducing levels of lead and cadmium in its products.
A study conducted at Columbia University Mailman School of Public Health found significant levels of metals, including lead and cadmium, in the blood and urine of marijuana users. The research suggests that marijuana may be an important and previously unrecognized source of metal exposure. The study, which analyzed data from over 7,000 participants, is one of the first to link self-reported marijuana use to internal measures of metal exposure. The findings highlight the need for further research and regulation to address public health concerns related to the growing number of cannabis users.
A study conducted by Columbia University found that marijuana users may have elevated levels of lead and cadmium, two heavy metals associated with long-term health issues, in their blood and urine. The research showed that marijuana users had 27% higher blood lead levels and 22% higher cadmium levels compared to non-users. Cannabis plants can absorb heavy metals from soil, and these contaminants can end up in the human body. Lead exposure can lead to developmental and behavioral problems in children, while chronic exposure in adults increases the risk of high blood pressure, heart problems, and kidney damage. Cadmium is considered a human carcinogen and can cause kidney disease and fragile bones. The study highlights the need for standardized rules and testing for contaminants in marijuana products.
A new study has found that marijuana users have higher levels of lead and cadmium in their blood and urine compared to non-users. The study examined blood and urine tests of 7,254 marijuana users and found that they had 27% higher levels of iron, 22% higher levels of cadmium, and 21% higher levels of iron in their bodies. Heavy metals like lead and cadmium can have harmful effects on health, including kidney disease and lung cancer. The study highlights the need for further research on cannabis and its potential contaminants, as well as the importance of regulating heavy metals in cannabis products.
Consumer Reports (CR) retested 14 popular baby food products for heavy metals and found that some still contain concerning amounts of lead, arsenic, and cadmium. CR identified seven products as safe for infants to consume, including Earth's Best Organic Sunny Days Snack Bars and Gerber Natural for Baby. However, six products, such as Gerber Natural for Baby Veggiepower and Beech-Nut Naturals, were deemed the most concerning due to high levels of heavy metals. CR advises limiting consumption of these products and rotating them with low heavy metal foods like infant cereals made from oats, fresh fruits, and vegetables.