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What substance was found in elevated concentrations in certain ground cinnamon products according to the FDA alert?
What substance was found in elevated concentrations in certain ground cinnamon products according to the FDA alert?
Which of the following brands was NOT implicated in the FDA alert regarding elevated lead levels in ground cinnamon products?
Which of the following brands was NOT implicated in the FDA alert regarding elevated lead levels in ground cinnamon products?
What action did Dollar Tree take in response to the FDA alert about elevated lead levels in Supreme Tradition ground cinnamon products?
What action did Dollar Tree take in response to the FDA alert about elevated lead levels in Supreme Tradition ground cinnamon products?
What range of lead levels was found in the affected ground cinnamon products?
What range of lead levels was found in the affected ground cinnamon products?
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Which supermarket chain distributed the MK brand of ground cinnamon products implicated in the FDA alert?
Which supermarket chain distributed the MK brand of ground cinnamon products implicated in the FDA alert?
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What is the main recommendation for consumers concerning the affected ground cinnamon products?
What is the main recommendation for consumers concerning the affected ground cinnamon products?
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Why are authorities and consumers concerned about the affected cinnamon products?
Why are authorities and consumers concerned about the affected cinnamon products?
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What potential health risks are associated with lead consumption, especially in children?
What potential health risks are associated with lead consumption, especially in children?
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What was the consequence of the lead-tainted cinnamon applesauce pouches recall?
What was the consequence of the lead-tainted cinnamon applesauce pouches recall?
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What is the concern raised by Laurie Beyranevand regarding the contaminated cinnamon supply chain?
What is the concern raised by Laurie Beyranevand regarding the contaminated cinnamon supply chain?
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Study Notes
- The FDA issued an alert regarding elevated lead levels in certain ground cinnamon products from popular brands like La Fiesta, Marcum, MK, Swad, Supreme Tradition, and Eli Chilar.
- Dollar Tree took immediate action by halting the sale of Supreme Tradition ground cinnamon products nationwide in response to the FDA alert.
- Lead concentrations in the affected products ranged from 2.03 to 3.4 parts per million, surpassing safety thresholds.
- Potential health risks from lead consumption include cognitive and behavioral disorders, reduced IQ, neurological damage, hearing impairment, and speech issues, particularly harmful to children.
- A previous recall of lead-tainted cinnamon applesauce pouches in Florida raised concerns about contaminated cinnamon products in the market, prompting the FDA to investigate further.
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Test your knowledge about the recent FDA alert regarding certain ground cinnamon products found to contain elevated levels of lead. Learn about the brands involved and the potential health risks associated with consuming such products.
