Dairy-based protein powders and shakes generally had the lowest amounts of lead. However, Consumer Reports Investigative ...

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Stanley, maker of reusable water bottles and cups, seems to be in hot water. Just a few weeks ago, people were lining up to buy the giant collectible Stanley cups, but since then there's been a U-turn ...

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Last Halloween, the FDA flagged a worrying discovery: High levels of lead were found in applesauce pouches meant for young kids. Parents were alarmed, because the heavy metal can cause irreversible ...

For many of us, chocolate is more than just a tasty treat. It’s a mood lifter, an energy booster, a reward after a tough day, a favorite holiday gift. People also choose dark chocolate in particular ...

Researchers studied ancient tooth fossils and found that a gene mutation in modern humans (right) better protected them against lead and gave them an advantage over Neanderthals (left). Kyle Dykes / ...

Over the last year, a growing number of cinnamon products have been recalled in the U.S. due to high levels of lead. More recently, Consumer Reports found a concerning amount of the toxic metal in a ...

Lead is a metal that's found in nature. It exists all around us—in the air, soil, water, and even in our homes. If lead builds up in your body over months or years, you have what's called lead ...

Professional inspections of your home for lead paint can cost hundreds of dollars. That’s why you’ll find do-it-yourself kits in many home centers and hardware stores. Our last tests of lead test kits ...

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