Major baby food brands like Beech-Nut and Gerber face lawsuits for heavy metal contamination—arsenic, lead, cadmium, and mercury—in products like rice cereal, sweet potatoes, and carrots. A 2021 Congressional report revealed toxins far above safe limits, linked to autism, ADHD, developmental delays, and brain damage in kids. One in four tested foods fail FSSAI safety […]
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Heavy Metals in Protein Powder: Risks, Testing, and Safe Choices
Heavy metals like lead, cadmium, arsenic, and mercury contaminate many protein powders, posing health risks with long-term use. These toxins enter through soil, industrial pollution, or manufacturing, especially in plant-based and organic products, which can have up to three times more lead than whey or animal-based options. Chocolate-flavored powders often contain higher levels due to […]
