Baby food, FDA

Baby food labels will reveal levels of lead and other heavy metals for first time
Baby food labels will disclose levels of lead and other toxic heavy metals via QR codes, thanks to a California law taking effect January 1.
Health Advocates Are Unhappy with FDA Guidance on Lead Levels in Baby Food
The U.S. Food and Drug Association (FDA) released the first-ever guidelines for levels of lead in processed baby foods this week. However, many health and safety advocates say they are not satisfied with the guidance.
Advocates Say FDA Guidance on Lead Levels in Baby Food Is Insufficient
The first-ever U.S. Food and Drug Administration guidelines on lead in baby food are under fire from health experts wh
FDA disappoints child advocates with its new limit on lead in baby food
For the first time, the US Food and Drug Administration has set a limit on the amount of lead that can be in baby foods, but critics say it’s too little, too late.
FDA sets limits on lead in some baby foods
But consumer advocates say the Food and Drug Administration's new guidance on lead limit in baby food doesn't go far enough.
FDA sets ‘achievable’ lead levels for baby food – but are they still too high?
Final guidance from FDA affirms previously proposed caps for lead in packaged baby and toddler food that public health advocates complained did not go far enough – spurring calls for state action.
National impact: Baby foods to list lead, mercury, other toxic metals in California
Parents can learn the amounts of lead, mercury and other toxic heavy metals contained in baby food prior to purchase under a new California law with national impact.
FDA revises limit on lead in some baby food; Here’s what to know
The US FDA has issued guidance to limit lead levels in processed baby foods, aiming to reduce exposure by 20%-30%. Manufacturers should follow volunta
FDA limits toxic lead in some baby foods
The Food and Drug Administration has set maximum levels for lead in baby foods like jarred fruits and vegetables, yogurts and dry cereal.
New guidelines set for lead levels in baby foods
The government is setting new guidelines for lead levels in some baby foods. The NWS is warning SoCal residents to be prepared as a life-threatening, destructive, widespread windstorm is expected to sweep through much of Los Angeles and Ventura counties Tuesday through Wednesday.
New California law requires baby food companies to reveal levels of lead, other heavy metals on labels
Lead and other toxic heavy metals have been found in dangerously high amounts in some baby food sold nationwide, and parents ...
Officers rescue baby from apartment left alone with burning food in oven after nearby crash
Police in Wisconsin are continuing to investigate a deadly crash that led them to a baby who was left alone in a nearby apartment that was filled with smoke.
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FDA limits toxic lead in some baby foods – here's what to know
The FDA has set maximum levels for lead in packaged processed foods sold in jars, pouches, tubs or boxes. Here's what to know ...