Heavy Metal Baby Food

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Heavy Metal Baby Food

Heavy metal is awesome. But not when it’s in your baby’s food. According to a Reuters news report, U.S. congressional investigators found “dangerous levels of toxic heavy metals” in certain baby foods. With some planning ahead you can make sure your baby’s diet avoids metal but still rocks!

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Resources & Links

Heavy Metals in Baby Food: What You Need to Know (Consumer Reports)

High Levels of Toxic Heavy Metals Found in Some Baby Food: U.S. Report (Reuters)