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Lucky Charms Making People Sick? Feds Investigating Lucky Charms Making People Sick? Feds Investigating
Lucky Charms Making People Sick? Feds Investigating The United States Food and Drug Administration is investigating reports from consumers who say they got sick after eating Lucky Charms. The website IWasPoisoned.com reported that food poisoning reports stemming from the popular General Mills cereal brand began trending on its website beginning in late 2021, and it has received hundreds of reports of people saying they fell sick after eating the product. Many of the reports include symptoms such as nausea, diarrhea, and vomiting. FDA officials told Consumer Reports that the agency is aware of and "looking into" the matter and may initiate i…
Unsafe Levels Of Toxic Chemicals Found In Packaging At 8 Fast Food Chains: Study Unsafe Levels Of Toxic Chemicals Found In Packaging At 8 Fast Food Chains: Study
Unsafe Levels Of Toxic Chemicals Found In Packaging At 8 Fast Food Chains: Study Toxic chemicals known as "forever chemicals" have been found in food packaging used by eight fast-food chains, according to a new study by Consumer Reports. The PFAs commonly found in non-stick pans and waterproof gear are also in food packaging that keep fatty and oily liquids from leaking through, often used by fast-food joints. Exposure to PFAs have been proven to cause a suppressed immune system, lower birth weight and increased risk for some cancers, Consumer Reports says. This is problematic for food chains using the packaging because the chemicals seep into the food and are ingested …