Kennewick Residents Warned of Unsafe Ground Cinnamon Sold in Local Stores
National and State Alerts Sound Alarm on High Lead Levels in Certain Cinnamon Brands
According to The Columbian, in Kennewick, residents are being urged to exercise caution when purchasing ground cinnamon following alerts issued by both national and state authorities including the Washington Poison Center. These alerts highlight concerns regarding elevated lead levels detected in certain cinnamon brands available at Dollar Tree, Family Dollar and stores catering to Hispanic shoppers. The warnings emphasize the potential health risks associated with consuming ground cinnamon containing unsafe levels of lead.
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Lead Found in Ground Cinnamon Brands, Urgent Action Advised
The Washington Poison Center and FDA issued alerts about lead in certain ground cinnamon brands, including Supreme Tradition from Dollar Tree and Family Dollar, along with others. People should check cabinets and discard affected products due to potential health risks, especially for children. Lead poisoning can harm growth and learning abilities over time. This recall emphasizes the importance of food safety.