The removal of lead from car batteries, many from the United States, at recycling plants in northern Mexico has led to high levels of lead contamination, a new report found.
Tag: Lead
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The Brilliant Inventor Who Made Two of History’s Biggest Mistakes
A century ago, Thomas Midgley Jr. was responsible for two phenomenally destructive innovations. What can we learn from them today?
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Should I Avoid Dark Chocolate? What to Know About Heavy Metal Risks
A recent report found high concentrations of cadmium and lead in dark chocolate. There’s no reason to panic, experts say, but it’s worth a closer look.
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How Do Heavy Metals Like Lead Get in Baby Food?
The problem begins at the farm where plants draw toxins from the soil. There’s no washing them away.
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F.D.A. Proposes Limits for Lead in Baby Food
The agency estimated that the guidelines could reduce young children’s dietary exposure to lead by about 25 percent.