Florida's Candy Toxin Test Findings: Parents Troubled, Candymakers Outraged
Testing revealed arsenic levels up to 570 parts per billion in over 60% of 46 candies, raising concerns about children's safe consumption limits, Florida officials said.
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Florida's candy toxin test findings: Parents troubled, candymakers outraged
The test found some popular candy brands have high levels of arsenic, while no significant amount in others.
Numerous candy brands have "elevated" amounts of arsenic, according to Florida health officials
Female researcher looks through microscope – Courtesy: Shutterstock – Image by SmartPhotoLab The Villages, FL. – Numerous confectionery candy goods had “elevated” amounts of arsenic, according to tests conducted by the Florida Department of Health, officials announced on Monday. In a press conference, Florida Governor Ron DeSantis declared that 28 of 46 goods from ten companies had “elevated” amounts of arsenic. “When assessed over a year, these…
Florida Governor DeSantis Reveals Arsenic Levels in Popular Candy Bars
Archyde Florida Governor Raises concerns over Toxic Substances In Popular Candy Table of Contents 1. Florida Governor Raises concerns over Toxic Substances In Popular Candy 2. Study Reveals Potential Arsenic Exposure… You can read the full story here: Florida Governor DeSantis Reveals Arsenic Levels in Popular Candy Bars.
Arsenic found in 28 popular candy products
A recent investigation by Florida health officials has pulled back the curtain on a disturbing reality lurking inside the candy aisle. 28 popular treats, including some of the nation’s most iconic big-name brands, contain measurable levels of arsenic. Under the “Healthy Florida First” initiative, state lab testing has exposed the hidden heavy metals in snacks frequently marketed to children, raising urgent questions about food safety and long-te…
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