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Recent investigations, including a Consumer Reports investigation, have revealed concerning levels of contaminants like lead, cadmium, and high sodium in Lunchables, a popular snack product by Kraft Heinz. This prompted a class action lawsuit against Kraft Heinz and calls for the removal of Lunchables from the National School Lunch Program. The USDA and FDA are being urged to act as advocacy groups and parents express concerns. Additionally, efforts like the allocation of over $80M in loans and grants for clean water initiatives highlight ongoing issues with food and water safety.
On the day you find out LUNCHABLES contain Lead and Phalates, they should be taken OFF the market. But that's just what I think (🧵👇)
No amount of lead is safe for kids - lead in applesauce, lunchables, or any food is flat out unacceptable. I’m proud to join @RepJimmyGomez & @DadsCaucus in the fight to make sure that no parent ever has to worry that their kids’ lunch is contaminated with toxic lead. https://t.co/8xYncZGtQd
Lunchables and other junk food lunch kits now come with dangerous levels of sodium, heavy metals, and endocrine disruptors according to Consumer Reports. They urge the USDA to remove Lunchables from the National School Lunch Program. https://t.co/2ZQ5ugc41e https://t.co/jdYyaOj2Go
