Multiple Companies Recall Ground Cinnamon Batches Over Lead Contamination Concerns

Several US companies have recalled batches of ground cinnamon due to elevated lead levels found in samples by the FDA
Ingesting lead can cause high blood pressure, headaches, stomach issues, fatigue, and neurological problems
Lead exposure is especially harmful for children, causing developmental issues and lowering IQ
The first recall was by a New Jersey company, Colonna Brothers, which distributed cinnamon products nationwide
Additional recalls were subsequently issued by companies in Florida, Illinois, and California after routine FDA sampling