Summary of Key Points posted on Mar 21, 2022
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What is a heavy metal? posted on Mar 21, 2022
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A heavy metal is a kind of metal found in the Earth’s crust– such as lead, mercury, cadmium, and arsenic. |
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Why are heavy metals found in some baby foods & fruit juices? posted on Mar 21, 2022
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Heavy metals can occur naturally in soil used to grow food or can get into food through pesticides, food manufacturing, and packaging. This can lead to small amounts of heavy metals in some baby food products such as rice, rice-based foods (e.g., rice puffs, rice cereal), vegetables (e.g., sweet potatoes), and fruit juices. |
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How can heavy metals affect brain development in children? posted on Mar 21, 2022
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What are simple steps to reduce a child’s exposure to heavy metals? posted on Mar 21, 2022
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Simple Steps to Reduce Heavy Metals in Your Child’s Diet
Cooking rice? Brown rice has higher levels of arsenic compared to white rice. White basmati Children with special feeding or dietary needs: If your child is being prescribed rice cereal products for medical reasons (e.g., aspiration risk or reflux) please discuss with your doctor for other options if available. Overall, provide a diet rich in a variety of whole or pureed fruits and vegetables (wash thoroughly with cold water first), lean proteins, and a variety of grains. |
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What is being done to reduce heavy metals in baby foods & fruit juices? posted on Mar 21, 2022
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My child has eaten some of the products that contain metals. Should I have my child tested for heavy metals? posted on Mar 21, 2022
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