Spotlight on America has been investigating toxic metals in baby food for years. In this special report, we explore the toxic inaction that led us here.
Hundreds of families across the US are dealing with children who were poisoned by lead hiding in applesauce pouches marketed to kids. The ensuing recall made national headlines. It was a disturbing case study and something the Spotlight team has been reporting on for years - uncovering signs of contaminated baby food as far back as 2017. Nearly a decade later, there’s no final action from the FDA or Congress to protect kids.
In the aftermath of the Congressional report, the Food and Drug Administration reacted, saying in part: Attorneys who are taking the latest science, research and expert testimony to the courts on behalf of thousands of families who believe their children were damaged by "excessive levels" of toxic heavy metals in the food they trusted to feed their babies
After Krishnamoorthi led the inquiry in 2021, the FDA created the Closer to Zero program, which was supposed to limit heavy metals in baby food by setting guidelines for industry. It was also supposed to inform consumers about these potentially dangerous ingredients not listed on the label.Three years later and Closer to Zero timelines have been repeatedly moved back, with not one final limit having been set.
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