Arsenic poisoning can result in wrongful death.
Consumer Reports says that more than 2/3 of the protein powders and shakes they tested have high lead levels. In fact, they have more lead in a single serving than is safe to consume in a day – some by more than 10 times. It’s been 15 years since Consumer reports has teated protein powders … Read more
Zaarah Herbals powders are being recalled because they contain elevated levels of lead and arsenic. Not all of the products contain both heavy metals. Because this recall notice was posted on the FDA’s Enforcement Reports page, and not the regular recall page, there is no information about whether or not any illnesses have occurred in … Read more
Consumer Reports has tested baby formula for the heavy metals lead and arsenic and found some with concerning levels. The tested 41 types of powdered formula, looking at established formulas like Enamel and Similac, popular store brands, imported brands, and newer foods like Bobbie. About half of the samples had potentially harmful of at least … Read more
More apple juice is being recalled for inorganic arsenic levels that are above the action level set by the FDA in guidance to industry. Because this recall notice was not posted on the FDA’s regular recall page, but instead on the Enforcement Reports page, there is no mention about whether any illnesses have been reported … Read more
Great Value Apple Juice is being recalled for an inorganic arsenic level that is above the action level set in industry guidance. About 9,535 cases of this apple juice, that is sold at Walmart Stores in certain states, is included in this recall. This recall notice is posted on the FDA’s Enforcement Reports page, not … Read more
Martinelli’s Gold Medal Apple Juice is being recalled for inorganic arsenic. Inorganic arsenic is the dangerous type of this heavy metal. Acute symptoms of arsenic poisoning include vomiting, diarrhea, and abdominal pain, followed by numbness and tingling of the extremities. Long term complications of arsenic poisoning include cancer, liver disease, diabetes, nervous system complications, and … Read more
The FDA has issued final guidance for the levels of inorganic arsenic in apple juice to the action level of 10 parts per billion. This guidance is for industry to help protect public health, but it does not establish legally enforceable responsibilities. Inorganic arsenic is the most harmful form of this toxic heavy metal. Arsenic … Read more
The FDA is studying seafood consumption roles in child development and growth, with the aim of limiting the exposure of babies and young children to heavy metals such as mercury, arsenic, lead, and cadmium that may be in those foods. The independent study is funded by the National Academies of Science, Engineering, and Medicine and … Read more
The public has been warned about using unauthorized Ayurvedic medicinal products sold by Kerela Ayurvedic & Natural Herbal Consultation in Toronto by Public Health Canada after a report of heavy metal poisoning following the use of products obtained from this clinic. You can get a copy of this advisory in Hindi, Punjabi, Tamil, and Urdu … Read more
Symptoms of heavy metal poisoning from foods can be serious and can cause long term health complications and illness. Food Poisoning Bulletin has often reported about foods and dietary supplements that are recalled for heavy metal contamination. The heavy metals most often involved include lead, arsenic, and mercury. Heavy metal poisoning can be both acute … Read more