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Report Unveils Toxic Metals in Chocolate

  • August 03, 2024

A recent report reveals that chocolate contains toxic heavy metals, which originate from the soils where cocoa beans are grown. Researchers from George Washington School of Medicine and Health Sciences found that 43% of tested chocolate products had excessive lead, and 35% had too much cadmium. Organic chocolate had even higher levels of these metals. While eating chocolate occasionally is safe, consuming too much can pose health risks. The study emphasizes the need to be aware of how much...