Alarming amounts of lead and cadmium were found in several chocolate items tested by Consumer Reports. These potentially dangerous heavy metals were found in 16 of 48 products in this extensive analysis covering various chocolate categories. Milk chocolate bars were the only chocolate to defy this worrying trend. The results correlate with earlier studies that the long-term impacts of heavy metals are a significant health issue, particularly for vulnerable groups, including pregnant women and children. In this context, Hershey, a major player in the chocolate industry, is hearing rising pressure to lower heavy metal concentrations. This article will discuss the rising concerns and what it can mean for major chocolate brands.
