Health Effects of Heavy Metals in Food

bowl of kale
bowl of kale

Healthy food is important for a long, healthy life! But some foods contain toxic chemicals which can impact children’s brain development and health. Harmful pesticides can sometimes coat the outside of products as well. Eating a wide variety of food helps children avoid toxic chemicals that may be very concentrated in some foods. Try to purchase organic when possible and choose whole foods instead of ultra processed foods as much as you can.

Type: Children's Health Issue: Food SafetyHeavy MetalsInfo For: Families & CommunitiesHealth ProfessionalsPEHSU: Region 9Exposure Pathway: Food