In a puzzling situation where children were showing abnormal levels in their bodies, the family narrowed down their investigation by starting a food diary. The only difference in their diets was the children consuming foil packets of cinnamon applesauce regularly. This led to the discovery that the applesauce was the source of the issue. After samples were taken and tests were run, it was found that the applesauce was contaminated, unraveling the mystery.
A Times investigation has revealed how applesauce laced with high levels of lead sailed through a food safety system meant to protect American consumers, and poisoned hundreds of children across the U.S.
Christina Jewett, who covers the Food and Drug Administration for The Times, talks about what she found.
Guest: Christina Jewett, who covers the Food and Drug Administration for The New York Times.
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