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Over the past weekend, a heartland newspaper shared with its readers the stunning conclusion of its local health department.

What was disclosed was that contaminated spices were determined to be the second largest cause of lead poisoning in children in 2021 in Nebraska’s most populous county.

The Douglas County Health Department study was first reported by Nebraska’s largest newspaper, the Omaha World-Herald.

Consumer Reports Director of Food Policy Brian Ronholm reacted to the Douglas County findings.

“It really underscores the seriousness of the problem and the need for the FDA to act in setting strict explicit limits,” Ronholm told Food Safety News. “The need for tighter regulations is urgent, especially when you consider that spices are consumed almost daily and the potential long-term effects heavy metal exposure has on children.”

Ronholm is the former Deputy Under Secretary for Food Safety at the U.S. Department of Agriculture.

Consumer Reports has led among public health advocates who’ve asked the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to establish limits on heavy metals in food. No limits exist currently and there is no sign of any action from the FDA

As for spices rising to the top of the poison list in Douglas County, health officials say tests of families who escaped from Taliban-ruled Afghanistan show the children have high lead levels.

Naudia McCracken, the supervisor of the Douglas County Health Department’s lead-poisoning prevention program, says those high lead levels were traced back to food, specifically lead-contaminated spices.

With no regulatory standards for herbs and spices, McCracken said it’s possible for anyone to ingest too much lead in their meals.

The Afghan families likely purchased spices in ethnic groceries. Immigrants from many areas of the world also use spices more heavily in their cooking than is typical in the United States.

But Consumer Reports found that brand-name herbs and spices might contain arsenic, cadmium, and lead. The nation’s top consumer organization in 2021 tested 126 such products from McCormick, Trader Joe’s, Whole Foods, and other popular brands, finding almost one-third had heavy metal levels high enough to raise health concerns.

Levels of lead were so high in 31 products that they exceeded the maximum amount anyone should have in a day, according to Consumer Reports experts. In late 2022, Consumer Reports testing found heavy metals in chocolate from Hershey’s, Theo, Trader Joe’s, and other well-known brands.

Lead poisoning of children in Nebraska’s Douglas County and elsewhere continues to primarily be lead paint, from either chips or dust. In 2021, 69 percent of the children in the county who tested with high lead levels ingested paint from either paint chips or dust.

Chemistry students involved in the Douglas County study found the highest lead levels in thyme and basil. Lead was found in every spice tested including organic brands and those sold by grocery and specialty stores.

All spices tested contained some level of lead, including turmeric, basil, ginger, thyme, curry powder, and turmeric and ginger root supplements.

The Douglas County Health Department acknowledges that its student testing did not occur in a certified laboratory, but each sample was subjected to review by three sets of students.

Children younger than 7 years of age are most susceptible to lead poisoning because their neurological systems are not fully developed. Lead can impair intellectual development and contribute to behavioral issues. For adults, lead can increase blood pressure, cause hearing loss and add to gastrointestinal distress.

The American Spice Trade Association told the Omaha World-Herald that it favors the FDA setting limits on heavy metals in species. The European Commission has established limits for the spice trade in the Europen Union and the World Health Organization reportedly is considering the issue.

McCracken says explicit limits set by the FDA are needed. In 2021, 19 percent of the children who tested high for lead in Douglas County likely got it from spices. And 25 percent of those were immigrant children.

The student testing was done by a University of Nebraska Omaha chemistry class. It is the only systematic study of spices sold in the Omaha area.

Douglas County, which was incorporated in 1854, is a  major metropolitan area along the Missouri River, with Omaha as its largest city. It is a  major center for the insurance and telemarketing industries with a population approaching 600,000.

In the past, Omaha was known for smelting, which is the process of applying heat to an ore in order to extract a base metal. It is used to extract many metals from their ores, including lead. Smelting is sometimes blamed by Omaha property owners for the higher-than-normal lead levels in the area’s soils.

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A California company is recalling all lots of certain Saladitos brand dried plums because of the presence of lead, which can cause developmental problems for children and other health issues for adults.

All lots of Saladitos Dried Salted Plums and Saladitos Enchilados Salted Plums With Chili are subject to the recall issued by El Chavito Inc. The company recall has been posted by the Food and Drug Administration. The California Department of Public Health Food & Drug Branch is assisting with the investigation into the source of the lead.

“The affected product was distributed nationwide through distributors to retail stores, and online orders on the El Chavito website from Jan. 9, 2019, to Feb. 22, 2022,” according to the recall notice.

“El Chavito Inc. will work with distributors and retailers to ensure that the recalled products are removed from store shelves.”

As of the posting of the recall notice no illnesses have been confirmed in relation to the product, but there is concern that consumers may still have the recalled products in their homes because of their long shelf life.

Consumers can use the label information listed below to determine whether they have the recalled plum products in their homes. Photos of all of the recalled products are available on the FDA website.

Item Description UPC Batch/Lot Best By Date
El Chavito® Saladitos Dried Salted Plums, net wt. 1.7 oz 859470006049 All All
El Chavito® Saladitos Dried Salted Plums, net wt. 1.7 oz 850013297221 All All
El Chavito® Saladitos Enchilados Salted Plums w/Chili, net wt. 1.7 oz 859470006070 All All

Consumers who have purchased this product are advised to dispose of it or return it to the place of purchase for refund. Anyone concerned about an injury or illness should contact a healthcare provider. Consumers with questions can contact El Chavito via email at info@chavitomexcandy.com.

“Lead is a toxic substance present in our environment in small amounts and everyone is exposed to some lead from daily actions such as inhaling dust, eating food, or drinking water. Exposure to larger amounts of lead can cause lead poisoning. While lead can affect nearly every bodily system, its effects depend upon the amount of and duration of lead exposure and age of the person exposed,” according to the recall notice. 

“Symptoms can include abdominal pain, vomiting, lethargy, irritability, weakness, behavior or mood changes, delirium, seizures, and coma. However, infants, young children and the developing fetus can be affected by chronic exposure to amounts of lead that may not result in obvious symptoms of lead poisoning. A child with lead poisoning may not look or act sick. Lead poising in children can cause: learning disabilities, developmental delays, and lower IQ scores.”

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UCM547268Aroma Imports Inc. of Dearborn Heights, MI, is recalling 450 g and 4.5 kg packages of Nabelsi brand Thyme because the products have the potential to contain excessive levels of lead.  The recall was initiated after it was discovered that product contained high levels of lead (422 PPM) based on sampling by U.S. Food and Drug Administration and Illinois Department of Public Health, Environmental Health Protection.  Based on the product’s 30 g serving size, the calculated lead result is 12,660 µg per serving.  This level exceeds the daily limit guidelines of 6 µg per day for children, the 25 µg per day for pregnant women, and the 75 µg per day for other adults.

The recalled Nabelsi Thyme was distributed from Nov. 7, 2016 until Feb. 22, 2017 to retailers, food service establishments, and wholesalers in Michigan, Illinois, Ohio, New Jersey and Virginia.

The 450 g size (UPC: 4670000205314) is packaged in a mostly green foil/mylar bag that is not transparent on either side. The 4.5 kg size (UPC: 6670000205374) packaging is a silver foil/mylar bag. The production date for both sizes is 08/20/2016 and the expiration date is 08/20/2018. The production and expiration dates can be found on the back lower left corner of the 450 g package and back lower right of the 4.5 kg package.  The 450 g packages are packed 24 per case and the 4.5 kg packages are packed 2 per case.

Lead can accumulate in the body over time and too much of it can cause serious and sometimes permanent adverse health consequences.  People with high blood levels of lead may show no symptoms, but the condition may cause damage to the nervous system and internal organs. Acute lead poisoning may cause a wide range of symptoms, including abdominal pain, muscle weakness, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, weight loss, and bloody or decreased urinary output. Children are particularly vulnerable to lead poisoning. Lead poisoning can be diagnosed through clinical testing.

There have been two cases of high blood levels of lead associated with this product to date. Both cases have been reported through the Illinois Department of Public Health, Environmental Health Protection.

Consumers who have purchased any packages Nabelsi Thyme should not consume the product.

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Le Verger à Ti-Paul Inc. of Saint-Elzéar, Quebec, Canada, is recalling their company’s brand of Cider because of lead contamination.

The recalled products have been sold in Quebec, Canada, according to the recall notice posted by the Canadian Food Inspection Agency.

Recalled products:

BrandProductSizeCodesUPC
Le Verger à Ti-Paul“Le clandestin – cidre à l’érable – cidre aromatisé pétillant gazéifié”355 mlF320303227 64283 30096 6
Le Verger à Ti-Paul“L’intraitable – cidre de pomme pétillant”750 mlF271612217 64283 30097 3

Consumers and retailers should not use, sell, serve or distribute the affected products.

About lead contamination
Lead is a toxic substance present in the environment in small amounts and everyone is exposed to some lead from daily actions such as inhaling dust, eating food, or drinking water.

Exposure to larger amounts of lead can cause lead poisoning. While lead can affect nearly every bodily system, its effects depend upon the amount of and duration of lead exposure and the age of the person exposed.

Symptoms can include abdominal pain, vomiting, lethargy, irritability, weakness, behavior or mood changes, delirium, seizures, and coma. However, infants, young children and the developing fetus can be affected by chronic exposure to amounts of lead that may not result in obvious symptoms of lead poisoning. 

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BrandStorm Inc. is recalling certain Natierra Organic Freeze-Dried Blueberry pouches because of the presence or potential presence of lead above the FDA’s recommended limits.

The concern was identified during testing. An investigation was conducted by the packing site. The original heavy metal reports received for the crop year showed no presence of lead and/or cause for batch testing. After further investigation, it was found that the products’ country of origin is Lithuania and aggressive monitoring of heavy metals may be deemed necessary.

As an immediate action, the packing site is actively working to enhance food safety system by implementing mandatory batch testing for heavy metal.

The recalled products were distributed in the United States through retail and online stores services.

There is concern that consumers may have the product in their homes because of its long shelf life. Consumers can use the following information to determine whether they have the recalled blueberries in their homes.

Recalled products:

The recall is limited to two batches of Natierra Freeze-Dried Blueberries with the following codes Best By Date 12/2024 & 01/2025.

  • Lot 2021363-1, Best By Date: 12/2024
    • 1 serving, 1.2oz (34g), UPC 812907011160
  • Lot 2022026-1, Best By Date: 01/2025
    • 1 serving, 1.2oz (34g), UPC 812907011160

The impacted product is sold in white and blue pouch with Natierra brand and Logo. The product can be identified by checking the product name, manufacturer details and lot number on the bottom right of the pouch.

As of the posting of this recall, BrandStorm Inc. has not received any reports of adverse events related to use of the product. Should any consumer of this product have experienced any of the symptoms listed above, they should seek medical advice from their physician immediately.

Do not consume the product impacted. Consumers who purchased the recalled product should discard of it. Refunds are available at the location of purchase.

About lead contamination
Lead is a toxic substance present in the environment in small amounts and everyone is exposed to some lead from daily actions such as inhaling dust, eating food, or drinking water.

Exposure to larger amounts of lead can cause lead poisoning. While lead can affect nearly every bodily system, its effects depend upon the amount of and duration of lead exposure and the age of the person exposed.

Symptoms can include abdominal pain, vomiting, lethargy, irritability, weakness, behavior or mood changes, delirium, seizures, and coma. However, infants, young children and the developing fetus can be affected by chronic exposure to amounts of lead that may not result in obvious symptoms of lead poisoning. 

A child with lead poisoning may not look or act sick. Lead poisoning in children can cause learning disabilities, developmental delays, and lower IQ scores.

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Another recall of dried plums because of lead contamination has been posted by the Food and Drug Administration. It is among at least seven other recalls of similar products posted in recent weeks because of lead contamination.

Alli & Rose LLC reported to the FDA that it is recalling its dried plums from Costco stores in four states: Alaska, California, Oregon and Washington.

The dried plums were sold in plastic bags under the Snak Yard brand from April 2021 through February 2022, according to the company’s recall notice posted by the FDA.

Consumers can determine whether they have the recalled product by looking for the following information on the packaging: Barcode 810019600821 and Item code: 1516905.

The company did not provide any other information and did not report a use-by or expiration date for the product.

“If you still have any of this product, please stop using the item and return it to your local Costco for a full refund,” states the recall notice.

Consumers with questions can contact the company via email at customerservice@)alli-rose.com or by phone at 1-828-446 8420.

About lead contamination
Lead is a toxic substance present in the environment in small amounts and everyone is exposed to some lead from daily actions such as inhaling dust, eating food, or drinking water.

Exposure to larger amounts of lead can cause lead poisoning. While lead can affect nearly every bodily system, its effects depend upon the amount of and duration of lead exposure and age of the person exposed.

Symptoms can include abdominal pain, vomiting, lethargy, irritability, weakness, behavior or mood changes, delirium, seizures, and coma. However, infants, young children and the developing fetus can be affected by chronic exposure to amounts of lead that may not result in obvious symptoms of lead poisoning. 

A child with lead poisoning may not look or act sick. Lead poisoning in children can cause: learning disabilities, developmental delays, and lower IQ scores.

2022 List of recall notices for dried plums for lead contamination:

https://www.foodsafetynews.com/2022/02/more-dried-plums-recalled-over-potential-lead-contamination/

https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/rojas-inc-recalls-plain-dried-salted-plums-because-possible-health-risk

https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/la-fiesta-food-products-recalls-saladitos-salted-plums-chili-because-possible-health-risk

https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/ae-corrales-llc-recalls-saladitos-dried-salted-plums-chili-because-possible-health-risk

https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/el-chavito-inc-recalls-saladitos-dried-salted-plums-and-saladitos-enchilados-salted-plums-chili

https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/el-super-leon-ponchin-snacks-inc-recalls-saladitos-dry-salted-plums-because-possible-health-risk

https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/rojas-inc-recalls-plain-dried-salted-plums-because-possible-health-risk

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Candies Tolteca of Fresno, CA, is recalling its 1.5-ounce packages of Saladitos (salted dried plums) and its 1.5-ounce packages of Saladitos con Chile y Limon (dried plums with chili and lemon) because of potential lead contamination.

The recall was initiated after it was discovered that dried plums, or saladitos, containing lead were distributed in packaging that did not reveal the presence of lead, according to a company recall notice posted by the Food and Drug Administration.

There is concern that consumers may still have possession of some of the recalled plums because of their long shelf life, which reaches into May.

The California Department of Public Health (CDPH)  is warning consumers not to eat at least eight other types of dried plum snacks, also known as Saladitos, imported from China and Taiwan. The full list can be found here.

This recall was initiated after the California Attorney General Rob Bonta issued the public notice.

The company discontinued its sale of the saladitos salted dried plums and saladitos con chile y limon, dried plums with chili and lemon in California since about June 23, 2021, immediately after having received a Notice of Violation. Immediately thereafter the company elected to remove the tolteca brand saladito items from the shelves and displays of the market places in California. The Independent Distributors and Route Sales Representatives gave their full cooperation in removing the items from the reach of consumers and returning them and their own unsold inventory of Saladitos to the company’s warehouse for full credit refund, according to a recall notice.

The recalled products were sold and/or distributed in California, Nevada and Utah through Independent Distributors and company Route Sales Representatives who in turn, sold to many retail stores, including supermarkets, gas stations and convenience stores.

Recalled product:

  • Both Saladitos items come in 1.5 oz portions packaged in clear cellophane bags approximately (4” x 8”). 
  • The words SALADITOS Salted Dried Plums appear on a Blue Tolteca brand label and identified with UPC number 704927600694.
  •  The words SALADITOS CON CHILE Y LIMON, dried plums with chili and lemon, appear on green Tolteca brand labels and identified with UPC number 704927600700. 
  • The lot number 21019 is stamped on the front of the packages, along with the expiration dates of 05/20/2022 for the Saladitos (Salted Dried Plums) and 01/20/2022 for the Saladitos Con Chile y Limon (Dried Plums with Chili & Lemon.

As of the posting of this recall, no illnesses have been reported due to the distribution of this product, according to the recall notice.

Consumers who have purchased the recalled products should return them to the place of purchase.

About lead contamination
Lead is a toxic substance present in our environment in small amounts and everyone is exposed to some lead from daily actions such as inhaling dust, eating food, or drinking water.

Exposure to larger amounts of lead can cause lead poisoning. While lead can affect nearly every bodily system, its effects depend upon the amount of and duration of lead exposure and age of the person exposed.

Symptoms can include abdominal pain, vomiting, lethargy, irritability, weakness, behavior or mood changes, delirium, seizures, and coma. However, infants, young children and the developing fetus can be affected by chronic exposure to amounts of lead that may not result in obvious symptoms of lead poisoning. A child with lead poisoning may not look or act sick. Lead poisoning in children can cause: learning disabilities, developmental delays, and lower IQ scores.

2022 List of FDA recall pages for dried plums for lead contamination:

​​https://www.foodsafetynews.com/2022/02/more-dried-plums-recalled-over-potential-lead-contamination/

https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/rojas-inc-recalls-plain-dried-salted-plums-because-possible-health-risk

https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/la-fiesta-food-products-recalls-saladitos-salted-plums-chili-because-possible-health-risk

https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/ae-corrales-llc-recalls-saladitos-dried-salted-plums-chili-because-possible-health-risk

https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/el-chavito-inc-recalls-saladitos-dried-salted-plums-and-saladitos-enchilados-salted-plums-chili

https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/el-super-leon-ponchin-snacks-inc-recalls-saladitos-dry-salted-plums-because-possible-health-risk

https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/rojas-inc-recalls-plain-dried-salted-plums-because-possible-health-risk

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American Gourmet is recalling bags of .99c packaged of dried plums because of potential lead contamination.

The recall was initiated after it was discovered that dried plums, or saladitos, containing lead were distributed in packaging that did not reveal the presence of lead.

The California Department of Public Health (CDPH)  is warning consumers not to eat eight other types of dried plum snack, imported from China and Taiwan. The full list can be found here.

The American Gourmet products were distributed in South San Diego through Liquor stores. 

Recalled product:

  • It has a lot # 211203 and a sell by 12/03/2022
  • The UPC number is #1578600104

As of the posting of this recall, no illnesses have been reported because of the distribution of this product.

Consumers who have purchased the bags of the recalled plums are urged to return them to the place of purchase for a full refund.

About lead contamination
Lead is a toxic substance present in our environment in small amounts and everyone is exposed to some lead from daily actions such as inhaling dust, eating food, or drinking water.

Exposure to larger amounts of lead can cause lead poisoning. While lead can affect nearly every bodily system, its effects depend upon the amount of and duration of lead exposure and age of the person exposed.

Symptoms can include abdominal pain, vomiting, lethargy, irritability, weakness, behavior or mood changes, delirium, seizures, and coma. However, infants, young children and the developing fetus can be affected by chronic exposure to amounts of lead that may not result in obvious symptoms of lead poisoning. A child with lead poisoning may not look or act sick. Lead poisoning in children can cause: learning disabilities, developmental delays, and lower IQ scores.

2022 List of FDA recall pages for dried plums for lead contamination:

https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/rojas-inc-recalls-plain-dried-salted-plums-because-possible-health-risk

https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/la-fiesta-food-products-recalls-saladitos-salted-plums-chili-because-possible-health-risk

https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/ae-corrales-llc-recalls-saladitos-dried-salted-plums-chili-because-possible-health-risk

https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/el-chavito-inc-recalls-saladitos-dried-salted-plums-and-saladitos-enchilados-salted-plums-chili

https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/el-super-leon-ponchin-snacks-inc-recalls-saladitos-dry-salted-plums-because-possible-health-risk

https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/rojas-inc-recalls-plain-dried-salted-plums-because-possible-health-risk

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Rojas Inc. of Los Angeles, CA, is recalling Lupag brand plain dried salted plums in 0.5-ounce packages because they have elevated levels of lead.

The distribution of the affected product was limited to Southern California.

The “Plain Dried Salted Plums” product subject to the recall can be identified by the below label information, according to the company’s recall notice posted by the Food and Drug Administration.

This recall is being made with the knowledge of the California Department of Public Health Food & Drug Branch.

Consumers who have purchased this product are advised to dispose of it or return to place of purchase for refund, according to the recall notice. Anyone concerned about an injury or illness should contact a healthcare provider. 

Consumers with questions can contact 323-266-2192 or sales@rojasinc.com.

ITEM DESCRIPTION BRAND UPC PRODUCTION DATE
Plain Dried Salted Plums net wt. 0.5oz LUPAG 725535011337 December 2021

A number of other companies have initiated recalls of their dried plums with and without chili. Please see the Food Safety News website for information on those recalls.

About lead poisoning
Lead is a toxic substance present in our environment in small amounts and everyone is exposed to some lead from daily actions such as inhaling dust, eating food, or drinking water. Exposure to larger amounts of lead can cause lead poisoning. While lead can affect nearly every bodily system, its effects depend upon the amount of and duration of lead exposure and age of the person exposed.

Symptoms can include abdominal pain, vomiting, lethargy, irritability, weakness, behavior or mood changes, delirium, seizures, and coma. However, infants, young children and the developing fetus can be affected by chronic exposure to amounts of lead that may not result in obvious symptoms of lead poisoning. A child with lead poisoning may not look or act sick. Lead poising in children can cause: learning disabilities, developmental delays, and lower IQ scores.

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At least four companies, including El Super Leon Ponchin Snacks Inc. of San Diego, CA, are recalling dried plums from China because of lead contamination.

El Super Leon Ponchin is recalling dry salted plums with and without chili, according to the company’s recall notice posted by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration.

“The recall was initiated after the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) analyzed a sample at our location, and a sample from a store. Lab results showed the items had unsafe levels of lead,” El Super Leon Ponchin reported in its recall notice.

There is concern that consumers may have the products because of their long shelf life.

The recalled products sold by El Super Leon Ponchin were distributed in California to different retail stores, grocery stores, convenience stores, and cash and carry stores. They are packaged in plastic bags and usually sold near the cash registers at the stores. All of the lot codes for the product are included in the recall.

The affected products are sold under brands El Leoncito and El Super Leon. Package sizes subject to the recall have a net weight of 1.05 ounces, 1.4 ounces, and 16 ounces. The salted plums are packaged with a green top and the salted plums with chili and chamoy are packaged with a red top.

As of the posting of the recall notice there had not been any illnesses confirmed in relation to the recalled plums.

Consumers who acquired the plums sold under the El Super Leon and El Leoncito brands in any sizes should dispose of them. Any question regarding the recall should be directed to 619-271-0846.

See the Food Safety News website for information on other recalls of the dried plums from China.

About lead poisoning
Lead is a toxic substance present in our environment in small amounts and everyone is exposed to some lead from daily actions such as inhaling dust, eating food, or drinking water. Exposure to larger amounts of lead can cause lead poisoning. While lead can affect nearly every bodily system, its effects depend upon the amount of and duration of lead exposure and age of the person exposed.

Symptoms can include abdominal pain, vomiting, lethargy, irritability, weakness, behavior or mood changes, delirium, seizures, and coma. However, infants, young children and the developing fetus can be affected by chronic exposure to amounts of lead that may not result in obvious symptoms of lead poisoning. A child with lead poisoning may not look or act sick. Lead poising in children can cause: learning disabilities, developmental delays, and lower IQ scores.

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