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FDA Proposes Limits on Inorganic Arsenic in Infant Rice Cereal
Prompted by concerns about the potential health risks from arsenic in infant rice cereal, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) announced a proposed limit on inorganic arsenic in the baby food on Friday. The proposed limit is 100 parts per billion, a limit that is similar to the level set by the European Commission […] More
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Breastfeeding May Reduce Arsenic Exposure in Infants
With the health benefits of breastfeeding widely documented, new research adds to the growing body of evidence of the importance for babies: Breastfeeding may significantly reduce arsenic exposure in infants. Arsenic is a poisonous substance that occurs naturally in water, rocks, soil, air, plants, and animals. Arsenic poisoning is a medical condition caused by elevated […] More
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