The FDA’s new action levels set the following limits on lead content in processed foods for babies and young children: 1 0 ...

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (WAND) — Illinois lawmakers could pass a plan this spring to remove toxic heavy metals from baby food. A suburban Senate Democrat was inspired to file the bill after talking about ...

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration on Monday set maximum levels for lead in baby foods like jarred fruits ... to cut young kids’ exposure to the toxic metal that causes developmental and ...

On January 6, 2024, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) issued its final guidance establishing action levels for lead in processed ...

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration on Monday set maximum levels for lead in baby foods like jarred fruits and vegetables, yogurts, and dry cereal, part of an effort to cut young kids' exposure to ...

One in five baby foods tested had over 10 times the 1-ppb limit of lead endorsed by public health advocates. Experts however ...

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), there is no safe level of lead exposure for children. Even small amounts can cause developmental delays, nervous system damage ...

A new California law will tell parents more about toxic metals in baby food in 2025. The law, called Assembly Bill 899 and signed by the governor in 2023, started requiring in 2024 that all ...

The FDA's new standards for toxic lead target processed baby foods such as jarred fruits, vegetables, yogurts and dry cereals.

FDA introduces guidelines for lead levels in processed baby foods, aiming to enhance infant safety and reduce exposure to ...

The FDA has set maximum levels for lead in packaged processed foods sold in jars, pouches, tubs or boxes. Here's what to know.