Discovered Lead Poisoning in Children

In a surprising discovery, families across the U.S. found their children with high levels of lead in their blood, leading to behavior and developmental problems. Through extensive testing, it was revealed that contaminated applesauce, a routine snack for kids, was the source of the lead poisoning. The contaminated apple sauce, widely consumed by children, contained significantly high levels of lead, triggering a recall of the product from stores. This incident highlighted the serious health risks posed by contaminated food products and the importance of stringent food safety measures.