Girl Scouts sued over alleged heavy metals, pesticides in cookies

Can you still eat Girl Scout cookies? Here's what to know about risks to consumers

Girl Scouts of the U.S. say their cookies are safe to eat despite a report that found heavy metals in some cookies. What do experts say?

Girl Scouts Is Being Sued After Tests Find Cookies Allegedly Contain Heavy Metals and Pesticides

Here's what we know so far.Girl Scouts / Getty Images / AllrecipesThe annual excitement over Girl Scout Cookie season took an unexpected turn this year when a viral report alleged that the beloved treats contain heavy metals and pesticides. The claim was initially met with skepticism, but has now escalated into legal action, leaving consumers questioning the safety of the iconic cookies.John Moore / Staff / Getty ImagesWhy Are Girl Scout Cookies…

Girl Scouts Say Cookies Are Safe Despite Lawsuit Claiming They Contain Heavy Metals

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Girl Scouts say cookies are safe despite lawsuit claiming they contain heavy metals

Two groups focused on food safety and environmental toxins have sued Girl Scouts of America, claiming that their perennially popular cookies are tainted with pesticides and heavy metals.

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Girl Scout cookies class action complaint claims they include heavy metals, herbicide

The Girl Scouts of the USA is the focus of a class action lawsuit over its cookies. The organization stands by the products, saying that the cookies are safe.