Posted 3/7/2024, 4:03:00 PM
FDA Warns of Lead in Cinnamon Sold at Dollar Stores, Save A Lot
- FDA warns about elevated lead levels in certain cinnamon products sold at Dollar General, Family Dollar, Save A Lot
- Affected products include cinnamon sticks, powder, and brands like La Fiesta, Marcum, MK, Swad
- Lead levels are much lower than recalled applesauce pouches, but still too high according to FDA
- Prolonged exposure to these cinnamon products may be unsafe, especially for those with already high blood lead
- FDA calling on manufacturers to voluntarily recall affected products; no illnesses reported yet