Above Standard Toxic Metal Detected in Some Beverages in the US

In the study conducted at Tulane University in the US, experts examined 60 commercially available beverages, such as fruit juices, non-dairy milks, sodas and the like, for 25 toxic metals and metal residues.

In the study it was determined that 5 of the drinks contained more toxic metals than those specified in the regulations for water for human consumption. In the study, which detected 10 micrograms of arsenic above standards in two mixed juices, cadmium was found in products such as cranberry juice, mixed carrot-fruit juice, and oat milk, exceeding the legal standard.

Mixed juices and plant-based milks, such as almond and oat milk, contain more toxic metals than other beverages, the study found.

In the study, which found that 7 of 25 elements, including nickel, manganese, boron, cadmium, strontium, arsenic and selenium, exceeded standards for drinking water, lead was detected in more than 93 percent of 60 beverages , but it was claimed that most of them were at very low levels.

Tewodros Godebo, lead author of the study from Tulane University, said it’s surprising there aren’t many studies examining toxic metals in soft drinks in the US, and that their work will raise awareness about this issue.

“Arsenic, lead and cadmium are known carcinogens and have been shown to cause visceral and cognitive damage in children, especially during early brain development,” Godebo said, recommending that babies and young children not drink juice. Mixed or plant-based milk in large quantities. .

In the study, it was stated that new research could be done to look at the effects of consuming toxic metals on children and adults. (AA)