‘Concerning Amounts’ of Lead Found in Organic Kids Snacks From Lesser Evil, Serenity Kids: Report

Published on June 6, 2024

Two popular brands of organic kids’ snack products have high levels of lead, with one item exceeding the maximum allowable limit, according to a new report by Consumer Reports (CR). The organization tested six kids’ snack items made from sorghum or cassava for the presence of lead. Two products each from Lesser Evil, Serenity Kids, and Once Upon A Farm brands were tested. Lead poisoning is a big concern as it poses a risk of childhood developmental issues like autism, lower IQ, and attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder. “In both Lesser Evil products and one product from Serenity Kids, we did find concerning amounts of lead. In fact, Lesser Evil’s Lil’ Puffs Intergalactic Voyager Veggie Blend puffs had more lead per serving than any of the 80 baby foods CR has tested since 2017,” said the June 5 report....

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