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"A study that was done in 2022, it looked at over 4,000 adults over a 26-year span, and it found that just a 5-gram increase in fiber led to a lot less inflammation in the body. And they measured inflammation by C-reactive protein, which you can ask your doctor about when you get your next blood test to measure your CRP, or C-reactive protein, to see how inflamed you are. And when you have lower inflammation, this also lowers your heart attack risk. So, higher fiber in your diet can lower your heart attack risk by as much as 30%. Who knew, right?" -Alexandra Paul Today, we're diving into the power of fiber—how it fuels gut health, reduces inflammation, and why most people aren't getting enough. Alexandra breaks down the different types of fiber, why variety matters, and easy ways to boost your intake. Then, Jason shares his experience with heavy metal detox, revealing how hidden toxins affect your health, where they come from, and the best foods for natural chelation. Plus, we explore the surprising link between nutrition and gray hair. So, whether you want better digestion, detox support, or vibrant hair, this episode is a must-listen! Podcast sponsor: Vedge Vegan Collagen: vedgenutrition.com – use code S4G for 30% off your order. - https://www.vedgenutrition.com/ What we discuss in this episode: Why fiber is essential for overall health and how it supports the body. How short-chain fatty acids reduce inflammation and lower blood pressure.  How much fiber you should be eating daily for optimal health. Alexandra's favorite method for tracking daily fiber intake. The polyphenol with anti-aging effects and where to find it. How chelation works to remove heavy metals and the best foods to support this process. Common sources of heavy metal exposure and how they accumulate in the body. Symptoms of heavy metal toxicity and how to identify potential risks. The link between animal protein consumption and toxin exposure. Resources: Luteolin, an antioxidant in vegetables, may contribute to the prevention of hair graying | ScienceDaily https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC11673595/ Dietary Strategies for the Treatment of Cadmium and Lead Toxicity - PMC Phytochemicals Involved in Mitigating Silent Toxicity Induced by Heavy Metals - PMC Click the link below to support the FISCAL Act https://switch4good.org/fiscal-act/ Share the website and get your resources here https://kidsandmilk.org/ Send us a voice message and ask a question. We want to hear from you! Switch4Good.org/podcast Dairy-Free Swaps Guide: Easy Anti-Inflammatory Meals, Recipes, and Tips https://switch4good.org/dairy-free-swaps-guide SUPPORT SWITCH4GOOD https://switch4good.org/support-us/ ★☆★ JOIN OUR PRIVATE FACEBOOK GROUP ★☆★  https://www.facebook.com/groups/podcastchat ★☆★ SWITCH4GOOD WEBSITE ★☆★ https://switch4good.org/ ★☆★ ONLINE STORE ★☆★ https://shop.switch4good.org/shop/ ★☆★ FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM ★☆★ https://www.instagram.com/Switch4Good/ ★☆★ LIKE US ON FACEBOOK ★☆★ https://www.facebook.com/Switch4Good/ ★☆★ FOLLOW US ON TWITTER ★☆★ https://twitter.com/Switch4GoodOrg ★☆★ AMAZON STORE ★☆★ https://www.amazon.com/shop/switch4good ★☆★ DOWNLOAD THE ABILLION APP ★☆★ https://app.abillion.com/users/switch4good

L'efficacia di una comunicazione a distanza dipende da due fattori fondamentali: l'intelligibilità dell'audio e la qualità del video. Un suono chiaro e senza interferenze può fare la differenza tra una conversazione produttiva e una piena di fraintendimenti, così come un'immagine ben definita è essenziale per un'interazione naturale. Con l'aumento delle riunioni ibride e degli ambienti di lavoro flessibili, investire in soluzioni avanzate per audio e video non è più un'opzione, ma una necessità. Per approfondire questi aspetti e capire come la tecnologia di Jabra stia rispondendo a queste esigenze, abbiamo invitato Alessandro Vitali, Distribution Manager Italy di Jabra.Nella sezione delle notizie parliamo nuovamente di DMA e di come l'UE voglia imporre ad Apple di diventare sempre più interoperabile e infine di un esempio di come i QR Code possono essere utilizzati per perpetrare delle truffe.--Indice--00:00 - Introduzione01:26 - Apple deve diventare interoperabile (DDay.it, Luca Martinelli)02:49 - La truffa dei QR code per il pagamento dei parcheggi (Veronasera.it, Matteo Gallo)04:08 - Jabra: perché la qualità del suono è essenziale per il lavoro ibrido? (Alessandro Vitali, Davide Fasoli, Matteo Gallo)38:42 - La nostra esperienza con Evolve2 65 Flex (Luca Martinelli, Davide Fasoli)46:09 - Conclusione--Contatti--• www.dentrolatecnologia.it• Instagram (@dentrolatecnologia)• Telegram (@dentrolatecnologia)• YouTube (@dentrolatecnologia)• redazione@dentrolatecnologia.it--Ringraziamenti--• Jabra ha contribuito a sostenere il podcast--Brani--• Ecstasy by Rabbit Theft• Believe Me by CADMIUM, JAMZ, SIMONNE

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ILLENIUM plays new music from Nurko, Dabin, Justin Mylo, YDG, Said The Sky, DNMO, Blanke and more!Don't forget to rate & review on all of your favorite podcast apps! Post your comments on twitter @ILLENIUM #PHOENIXRADIOTracklist:PHOENIX RADIO OPENERJustin Mylo, Ryos, Alessia Labate - Out Of TimeSeven Lions & Illenium - Not Even Love (feat. ÁSDÍS)Nurko - If The World Was Ending (feat. Dayce Williams)Dead Rose, KnownAsNat - All I SeeDabin, Nurko, Skylar Grey - I See YouYDG, Bella Renee - Loving MeAxel Boy & Franky Nuts - Show Me!Oliverse - PULSE (PUMP UP THE SPEAKERS)Mssingno - XE3 (Whethan Turn)Flux Pavilion & Doctor P - SuperbadARMNHMR - The Love We Had (feat. Trella)Ray Volpe & RUNN - IT ISN'T MEDabin & Said the Sky - In The End (Jason Ross Remix) (feat. Clara Mae)Mersiv & Fryar - StayBlack Tiger Sex Machine, EDDIE, YMIR - BounceDNMO & Nathan Smoker - End of the RoadKumarion - RAGEArcando & Pirapus - UltrasoundBlanke, CADMIUM, Ben Provencial - Above the WaterSaid the Sky & Dia Frampton - Love Let Me Go

ILLENIUM plays brand new music from Said The Sky, Frank Walker, REAPER, Trivecta, Jason Ross, BARELY ALIVE and more!Don't forget to rate & review on all of your favorite podcast apps! Post your comments on twitter @ILLENIUM #PHOENIXRADIOTracklist:PHOENIX RADIO OPENERSaid The Sky & Dia Frampton - Love Let Me Go Koven - Where My Heart Is San Holo - We Rise (OddKidOut Remix) DR. FRESCH & CALCIUM - STYLEZ Jason Ross & Dotter - Where In Heaven Frank Walker - Hurricane ft. Clara Mae Trivecta - All That Ends (feat. Sam Welch) Dabin & Nurko - I See You feat. Skylar Grey Sora - Duppy Elephante - Don't Turn Back (feat. Linney) (GONE ASTRAY Remix) RemK - Lost With You Seven Lions, Wooli & Trivecta - Light In The Dark (feat. JIM) (Cyclops Remix) Marshmello, Trickstar & Lil Jon - Bad Boys (BARELY ALIVE & YDG Remix) Trivecta feat. Stefan PVDS - Echoes (Afinity Remix) Grabbitz - Love You 'Til I'm Dead (feat. Rezz) Control Freak - LUV ME Seven Lions, Wooli & Trivecta feat. JIM - Light In The Dark (REAPER Remix)Virtual Riot, DIESEL & Shaquille O'Neal - DamageBlanke, CADMIUM & Ben Provencial - Above The WaterILLENIUM, nothing,nowhere. - Losing Patience

In this episode of the Grazing Grass Podcast, esteemed cattle consultant Steve Campbell shares his remarkable journey from a stocker cattle manager to a leading figure in grass-finished beef production. Following a life-altering leg injury in 1999, Steve's career took a transformative path as he embraced regenerative practices, heavily influenced by the Stockman Grass Farmer magazine. His expertise in optimizing grass and mineral content has led to groundbreaking methods for disease prevention, such as eliminating pink eye and foot rot. Steve's commitment to sustainable cattle management, along with his innovative approach to genetic and epigenetic cattle selection, makes this episode a treasure trove of insights for those interested in elevating cattle development.Topics covered in this episode:Selecting cattle for grass efficiencyGenetic and epigenetic cattle selectionSelecting bulls for cattle improvementAssessing cattle fertility and indicatorsGrazing management and cattle selectionThis episode is a must-listen for anyone passionate about sustainable cattle management and regenerative agriculture. Steve Campbell's profound insights into strategic breeding, disease prevention, and the optimization of grass and mineral content provide invaluable knowledge for both seasoned grazers and newcomers. By listening, you'll gain practical tips and tools to enhance your cattle management practices and improve meat quality while addressing challenges such as fertility and udder quality. Don't miss the opportunity to learn from a true pioneer in the field.Links Mentioned in the EpisodeTailor Made CattleVisit our Sponsors:Noble Research InstituteRedmond2025 Manderley Farms Grazing ConferenceGrazing Grass LinksNew Listener Resource GuideProvide feedback for the podcastWebsiteInsidersResources (Coming Soon)Community (on Facebook)Check out the Apiary Chronicles PodcastOriginal Music by Louis PalfreyChapters(00:00) - Introduction (00:28) - Meet Steve Campbell: Background and Early Life (04:29) - Transition to Grass Finishing (07:19) - Learning and Implementing Rotational Grazing (20:28) - Selecting Efficient Cattle for Grass (33:56) - Exploring Dairy Cow Ownership (34:24) - Selecting the Right Bull for Your Herd (35:22) - Understanding Bull and Cow Anatomy (38:04) - Calving Ease and Gestation Insights (38:58) - The Importance of Bull Shoulders (42:54) - Epigenetics and Herd Improvement (43:50) - Environmental Adaptation of Cows (48:13) - Indicators of Fertility in Bulls and Cows (55:11) - Famous Four Questions (01:04:16) - Conclusion and Resources

Have you ever wondered how infrared saunas can support longevity, detoxification, and overall wellness? In this episode, we explore the science behind infrared therapy with special guest Connie Zack, co-founder of Sunlighten Sauna, the world leader in infrared sauna and light therapy. Tune in to learn how sweating can facilitate detox, why infrared is superior to traditional sauna, and how red light therapy can enhance healing. We'll also break down the latest research on sauna use for cardiovascular health, weight management, and more! Connie shares her personal journey of discovering infrared therapy after witnessing her brother's health transformation, which inspired her and her husband to leave their pharmaceutical careers and pioneer the Sunlighten brand. We dive into the differences between near, mid, far infrared, and red light, how to incorporate sauna into your wellness routine, and what to consider when choosing a low-tox sauna. Plus, we address EMF concerns, discuss how infrared can be safe for children, and highlight groundbreaking studies on sauna's impact on heart health, detoxification, and metabolism.  More about Connie & Sunlighten Sauna:  Connie Zack, co-founder of Sunlighten, the world leader in infrared sauna and light therapy, was inspired by her brother's health transformation through infrared sauna use. She and her husband, Aaron, left successful pharmaceutical careers to found Sunlighten 25 years ago, revolutionizing the infrared sauna industry with research-backed innovations and global education on its benefits. A trailblazer in light therapy, Connie's passion for holistic health drives her commitment to nutrition, exercise, mindfulness, and infrared therapy, sharing light, hope, and expertise on how infrared impacts a healthy lifespan.   Also in this episode:  Connie's Story What is Light Energy? What is sweating so important? Blood, urine, and sweat (BUS) study: monitoring and elimination of bioaccumulated toxic elements - PubMed Frequency and how to start Infrared vs. traditional sauna Near, Far, Mid and Red Light Luminir Wand Red Light Panel Research highlights on sauna Sunlighten Studies Cardiovascular Health Waon therapy improves quality of life as well as cardiac function and exercise capacity in patients with chronic heart failure Lower Blood Pressure | Infrared Sauna Therapy | Sunlighten Waon therapy improves the prognosis of patients with chronic heart failure -  Detox Studies Blood, urine, and sweat (BUS) study: monitoring and elimination of bioaccumulated toxic elements Sauna Detoxification | Infrared Sauna Detox Benefits | Sunlighten Arsenic, Cadmium, Lead, and Mercury in Sweat: A Systematic Review  Weight Loss Infrared Sauna Weight Loss | Sunlighten Behaviour Modification in Weight Management: The Transtheoretical Mode of Change and the Motivational Interviewing Biological effects and medical applications of infrared radiation   How Sunlighten Saunas use low tox materials EMF concerns Use for kids 1 minute per year of age Use this link to get up to $1700 off: https://get.sunlighten.com/naturallynourished

On en parle moins que le plomb ou le mercure. Pourtant, le cadmium est aussi un métal toxique. Il est omniprésent dans l'environnement. On le retrouve dans l'alimentation. Voici ses risques pour la santé et comment limiter son exposition. Ecoutez Ça va Beaucoup Mieux avec Aline Perraudin du 03 février 2025.

Episode transcript [Music] From Washington State University Extension, this is Food Safety in a Minute. Did you know food processing practices may eventually reduce the heavy metal concentrations in food products? For example, rice may contain cadmium, a heavy metal entering the plant during growth and cultivation. Cadmium may come from natural geologic sources, fertilizers, or industrial contamination of air and irrigation water. A process called “washing” reduces cadmium. Using an alkaline solution, 95% of the cadmium is removed with “washing”. Sorting technologies may help. This includes pre-testing food and ingredients for heavy metals and using electromagnetic radiation tools to identify and sort food ingredients. A process called adsorption may be used in the future to filter heavy metals from liquids found in food processing which could improve food safety while reducing food waste. Thanks for listening, I'm Susie Craig. [Music] Resources Institution of Food Technologists (10/24). Challenges, Risks, and Potential Solutions to Mitigate Heavy Metal Exposure: A Roundtable Discussion. https://164454.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/164454/Challenges%2c%20Risks%20and%20Potential%20Solutions%20to%20Mitigate%20Heavy%20Metal%20Exposure-1.pdf. Accessed online 12/8/24.

Have you seen the headlines about disturbing levels of heavy metals in protein powders? If you're panicking about whether your shake is safe, take a breath. In this episode, we tackle the fear head-on and uncover what's fact, what's hype, and how to make informed decisions about your supplements.What We Covered:Understanding supplement regulation: Learn how the FDA and third-party testing actually work, and why regulation might be better than you think.Heavy metals in context: Why chocolate and plant-based protein powders show higher levels of contaminants, and how they compare to everyday foods.Breaking down protein types: The differences between whey and plant-based proteins—and what terms like isolate, concentrate, and hydrolysate mean.Practical tips for clinicians and consumers: How to vet your protein powder, interpret third-party labels, and guide patients toward safe, high-quality options.Resources Mentioned:FDA's “Closer to Zero” Program and Testing Results for Heavy MetalsFree infographic: “Your Protein Powder Breakdown” – Download herePast episode on supplement regulation: "Is That Supplement Worth It? A Crash Course in Regulation and Safety"Pandora's Lunchbox: How Processed Food Took Over the American Meal (not an affiliate)FDA Testing Results for Arsenic, Lead, Cadmium and MercuryAny Questions? Send Me a MessageSupport the showConnect with Colleen:InstagramLinkedInSign up for the Nutrition Wrap-Up Newsletter - Nutrition hot-topics and professional growth strategies delivered to your inbox each week. Support the show!If you love the show and want to help me make it even better, buy me a coffee to help me keep going! ☕️Disclaimer: This podcast is a collection of ideas, strategies, and opinions of the author(s). Its goal is to provide useful information on each of the topics shared within. It is not intended to provide medical, health, or professional consultation or to diagnosis-specific weight or feeding challenges. The author(s) advises the reader to always consult with appropriate health, medical, and professional consultants for support for individual children and family situations. The author(s) do not take responsibility for the personal or other risks, loss, or liability incurred as a direct or indirect consequence of the application or use of information provided. All opinions stated in this podcast are my own and do not reflect the opinions of my employer.

Clay has been used for centuries as a natural remedy for dozens of applications. On this episode of Vitality Radio, Jared invites Darryl Bosshardt from Redmond Life, back to the show to talk specifically about bentonite clay and how it has been used historically, as well as some modern day uses. You'll learn how clay interacts with the body, its ability to absorb toxins, the safety and benefits of internal use, dental applications, and even its use in space by NASA for bone density. Products:Redmond Bentonite Clay & Other ProductsAdditional Information:Great Overview of Medical Clay History and Research:https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Medicinal_clayPeer Reviewed Medical Studies on Clay:https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC1437561/https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC2413170/https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/26743034Darryl's Favorite Books on Clay:Our Earth Our CureThe Clay CureUpon a Clay TabletHealing Power of ClayVisit the podcast website here: VitalityRadio.comYou can follow @vitalityradio and @vitalitynutritionbountiful on Instagram, or Vitality Radio and Vitality Nutrition on Facebook. Join us also in the Vitality Radio Podcast Listener Community on Facebook. Shop the products that Jared mentions at vitalitynutrition.com. Let us know your thoughts about this episode using the hashtag #vitalityradio and please rate and review us on Apple Podcasts. Thank you!Please also join us on the Dearly Discarded Podcast with Jared St. Clair.Just a reminder that this podcast is for educational purposes only. The FDA has not evaluated the podcast. The information is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. The advice given is not intended to replace the advice of your medical professional.

Jessie shares her insights into the ever-changing world of marketing leadership, how her background in business and sales shaped her career, and what it takes to build and execute successful marketing strategies.

In our latest episode of The Debrief, we're sitting down with Cadmium's marketing director, Jessie Reyes—and she brings as much data as she does passion to this conversation. Jessie and Bill touch on so many important topics such as:

Insurance is everywhere, established to transfer risk or to compensate for loss. Deep-sea mining has attracted much attention lately, as we look to offshore exploration and extraction for energy and mineral resources. As the UN International Seabed Authority deliberates standards and regulations related to drilling into the ocean floor, insurers of deep-sea risk are calculating potential loss as potentially so great that no coverage would be adequate to cover the costs of consequence, and no payment large enough to mitigate the risk of deep-sea mining. About World Ocean Radio World Ocean Radio is a weekly series of five-minute audio essays available for syndicated use at no cost by college and community radio stations worldwide. Peter Neill, Director of the World Ocean Observatory and host of World Ocean Radio, provides coverage of a broad spectrum of ocean issues from science and education to advocacy and exemplary projects.World Ocean Radio 14 Years, 700+ Episodes Ocean is climate Climate is ocean The sea connects all thingsWorld Ocean Radio: 5-minute weekly insights in ocean science, advocacy, education, global ocean issues, challenges, marine science, policy, and solutions. Hosted by Peter Neill, Director of the W2O. Learn more at worldoceanobservatory.org

Immaginando un mondo in cui software e macchine non solo eseguono compiti, ma apprendono e migliorano continuamente, rivoluzionando industrie intere e modificando il nostro modo di vivere e lavorare, è fondamentale comprendere come le regolamentazioni possano influenzare lo sviluppo e l'utilizzo di queste tecnologie. Nel caso dell'intelligenza artificiale l'Unione Europea ha fatto da apripista con l'AI Act, un insieme di norme mirate a garantire un uso sicuro e trasparente dell'IA, senza soffocarne l'innovazione. Ma cosa prevede esattamente l'AI Act e quali sono le implicazioni per il futuro dell'intelligenza artificiale? Per capirlo abbiamo invitato Ewelina Jelenkowska, responsabile della comunicazione per la DG CONNECT della Commissione europea.Nella sezione delle notizie parliamo di una nuova tecnica per immagazzinare l'idrogeno individuata da un gruppo di ricerca dell'ETH di Zurigo e infine dell'arresto in Francia di Pavel Durov, fondatore di Telegram.--Indice--00:00 - Introduzione01:28 - Una nuova tecnica per immagazzinare idrogeno (HDBlog.it, Matteo Gallo)02:43 - Pavel Durov arrestato in Francia (HDBlog.it, Luca Martinelli)04:46 - Commissione europea: l'AI Act per uno sviluppo responsabile dell'IA (Ewelina Jelenkowska, Davide Fasoli, Luca Martinelli)36:23 - Conclusione--Contatti--• www.dentrolatecnologia.it• Instagram (@dentrolatecnologia)• Telegram (@dentrolatecnologia)• YouTube (@dentrolatecnologia)• redazione@dentrolatecnologia.it--Immagini--• Foto copertina: Freepik--Brani--• Ecstasy by Rabbit Theft• Believe Me by CADMIUM, JAMZ, SIMONNE

Cadmium causes more cancers than all the other heavy metals combined. This toxic metal is known as "the death metal" for a reason - it wreaks havoc on your kidneys, bones, brain, and more, even at very low doses. In this episode, Clark Engelbert discusses the dangers of cadmium toxicity and how it interacts with essential minerals in your body, leading to a host of health issues. But don't panic just yet! Clark also shares practical tips on how to protect yourself from cadmium exposure and safely detox this heavy metal from your system. From eating a nutrient-dense diet to trying sauna therapy, there are plenty of ways to support your body's natural detoxification pathways. So, if you're ready to kick cadmium to the curb and reclaim your health, tune in now. Clark's wealth of knowledge and experience will equip you to tackle even the most toxic metals.   "Cadmium is extraordinarily inflammatory. It's one of the most inflammatory metals. It's recognized even by the government as a class one carcinogen. So they know it causes cancer." ~ Clark Engelbert   Today's Episode Explores: - Clark's background and expertise in heavy metals - Why cadmium is called the "death metal" - Cigarettes, marijuana, and other common sources of cadmium exposure - Cadmium's carcinogenic effects - How cadmium affects your kidneys, bones, and blood sugar - Why zinc deficiency increases cadmium uptake - Nutritional elements and cadmium toxicity - Hair Mineral Analysis: your roadmap to detoxification - Challenges and misconceptions in hair analysis - Practical tips to detox cadmium and heavy metals from your body - Sauna therapy for detoxing cadmium - Cadmium's effects on the brain and development For more information, visit http://www.myersdetox.com    Ready to discover your body's toxic burden and how it affects your health? Take my quiz to find out! http://www.heavymetalsquiz.com    Products Mentioned in This Episode: - HTMA Secrets Course: Check out the course here: https://www.stillmanwellness.com/offers/V3S5Sr82/checkout - EverBella Collagen: Head to EverBella.com and use code WENDY30 for 30% off. - Spooky2 Rife: Check out the future of wellness at spooky2.com today!   About Clark Engelbert Clark Engelbert is the founder and CEO of Nutritional Analytics, a health consulting company that specializes in using hair tissue mineral analysis to set up mineral-balancing healing programs for the purpose of heavy metal detoxification. With a background in nutritional sciences and biochemistry from The University of Arizona and Boise State University, Clark received his training in hair tissue mineral analysis and mineral balancing through Dr. Lawrence Wilson's certification program at Westbrook University in 2018. From 2018 to 2022, he worked directly with Dr. Lawrence Wilson, analyzing thousands of hair tissue mineral analysis tests. Today, Clark continues to run NutritionalAnalytics.com, where he has helped hundreds of people detoxify their heavy metals and reclaim their health. You can take his course on how to read hair mineral analysis at https://www.stillmanwellness.com/offers/V3S5Sr82/checkout.   Disclaimer The Myers Detox Podcast was created and hosted by Dr. Wendy Myers. This podcast is for information purposes only. Statements and views expressed on this podcast are not medical advice. This podcast, including Wendy Myers and the producers, disclaims responsibility for any possible adverse effects from using the information contained herein. The opinions of guests are their own, and this podcast does not endorse or accept responsibility for statements made by guests. This podcast does not make any representations or warranties about guests' qualifications or credibility. Individuals on this podcast may have a direct or indirect financial interest in products or services referred to herein. If you think you have a medical problem, consult a licensed physician.

US-Forscherinnen haben Schwermetalle in allen gängigen Tampons gefunden. Noch ist unklar, wie sich die Giftstoffe in den Tampons auf den Körper auswirken. Die Haut der Vagina kann Chemikalien leicht aufnehmen. Deutsche Institute sehen keine Gesundheitsgefahr.

Heavy metal poisoning (toxicity) is the result of exposure to heavy metals like lead, mercury and arsenic. Heavy metals bind to parts of your cells that prevent your organs from doing their job. Symptoms of heavy metal poisoning can be life threatening and they can cause irreversible damage. ​Heavy metal poisoning occurs when microscopic molecules of metals accumulate within your body after exposure. Heavy metals attach to your cells and prevent them from performing their functions, which causes symptoms that could be life threatening without treatment. ​ What metals cause heavy metal poisoning (toxicity)? Several metals can be toxic to your body. The most common toxic metals are: Lead. Contaminated water from lead pipes, batteries, paint, gasoline, construction materials. Mercury. Liquid in thermometers, lightbulbs, dental amalgam (“silver”) fillings, batteries, seafood, topical antiseptics. Arsenic. Topical creams, herbicides, insecticides, pesticides, fungicides, paints, enamels, glass, contaminated water, seafood, algae. Cadmium. Cigarette smoke, metal plating, batteries. Thallium. Rodenticides, pesticides, fireworks. ​ How does someone get heavy metal poisoning? You can get heavy metal poisoning by exposing yourself to heavy metals. Heavy metals form naturally within the Earth's crust. We interact with small amounts of heavy metals every day, like when you check the temperature of your thermometer, which uses mercury. Heavy metal poisoning occurs when metals get into your body. This can happen if you're exposed to a large amount of metal including: Eating a lot of food that contains metals (fish). Drinking water from older water supply systems. Working with metals on the job. Taking medications or supplements with high amounts of metallic elements. Handling metals or products made with a large amount of metal (like paint or pesticides) without using personal protective equipment. Most metals that cause poisoning are in a microscopic (molecular) form when they enter your body. They are so small, you won't be able to see them. Heavy metals can enter your body by: Absorbing into your skin. Breathing in or inhaling tiny metal molecules. Eating or drinking (ingesting) the metal from food or water. ​ Who does heavy metal poisoning affect? Heavy metal poisoning can affect anyone who has exposure to heavy metals. This most often affects people who: Drink water from pipes made of older metals (lead). Work with metals. Take more than the prescribed dosage of medicine or supplements that contain metal. Live in an environment with high air or water pollution. Eat a lot of foods that contain metal. Consume a non-edible product made with metal (paint). Children are at a higher risk of heavy metal poisoning because their bodies are still developing and they are more sensitive to the harmful effects of heavy metals. ​ How common is heavy metal poisoning? The exact rate of occurrence is unknown, but in the United States, heavy metal poisoning is rare since it only affects people who have exposure to heavy metals. The number of people diagnosed with heavy metal poisoning decreased significantly over the last 20 years because of awareness and preventative measures to remove heavy metals from homes. ​ What does heavy metal poisoning do to my body? Exposure to heavy metals can be dangerous to your health. While we use and interact with metals every day, certain heavy metals are toxic because the molecules that make up the metal damage or negatively interact with the cells in your body that are essential to keep your organs functioning. Your body has small amounts of metals in it already, like iron, copper and zinc. These metals are important to keep your organs functioning. If you have too much metal accumulated within your body, it can damage your vital organs like your brain and liver. (credits: Cleveland Clinic)

Karen Thomas of Naturally Recovering Autism interviews Zen Honeycutt from Moms Across America on Aluminum, Arsenic, Cadmium, Lead, and Mercury Found in Baby Formula. Catalyzed by the FDA's failure to regulate heavy metals in baby formula, a coalition of consumer advocacy groups commissions testing of 20 different brands. Groups urge the FDA and legislators to protect infants from toxic exposure. Severe health risks posed by these toxic metals include developmental delays, cancer, kidney damage, and neurocognitive difficulties. A coalition of consumer advocacy groups, including Moms Across America, GMOScience, and The New MDS, has uncovered alarming levels of toxic metals in baby formula. Testing of 20 popular brands revealed that 100% of samples contained aluminum and lead, with over half also testing positive for arsenic, mercury, and cadmium. Disturbingly, six formulas contained all five metals in both samples. Notably, aluminum levels in one goat's milk formula were up to 40,000 times higher than other metals tested, far exceeding FDA safety limits. Mercury and cadmium levels in several samples also surpassed allowable limits in drinking water. Despite the FDA's “Closer to Zero” initiative launched in 2021, no substantial regulatory limits have been set, leaving babies vulnerable. Recent efforts, including the Baby Food Safety Act of 2024, which was announced by Congress on May 9, one week after the heads of Moms Across America and GMOScience met with lawmakers and the FDA in D.C. to deliver the results of the baby formula testing, aim to give the FDA authority to regulate and enforce limits on levels of heavy metals found in baby food and potentially formula. Talk points in this podcast: Alarming rates of toxic metals when testing 20 different baby formula brands. 100% of the 40 samples tested contained aluminum and lead. 57% of the samples tested positive for arsenic, 55% for mercury, and 35% for cadmium. Six of the 20 formulas were positive for all five toxic metals in both samples. At 41,000 ppb, aluminum levels in a goat's milk baby formula were 4000 – 40,000x higher than other metals in the formulas tested and exceed limits set by the FDA for maximum safety level of aluminum for a preemie. Levels of mercury in four samples measured above the limit allowed by the FDA in drinking water. Levels of cadmium in both samples of one formula were nearly twice the level allowed in drinking water. The is heightened vulnerability of infants due to their small bodies and rapid cellular growth... Click Here or Click the link below for more details! https://naturallyrecoveringautism.com/197

Simon Lester, Pascha Chocolate, a REAL Favorite! Simon Lester is an Entrepreneurial CEO & strategist who focuses on consumer facing industries & investment opportunities. He founded PASCHA born from a desire to create the simplest, purest and most delicious chocolate, without any of the additives or ingredients that might trigger allergic reactions for those with food allergies or intolerances. More at PaschaChocolate.com.     Listen to the IT'S ALL ABOUT FOOD interview with Simon Lester from 2015 for more on how Pascha Chocolate started and is made. We created the The Chocolate Report in 2015. Some of the information has been updated since we made the report but all the issues highlighted in this program are important and things we all need to be aware of, including Child Slavery, Allergens, and Toxic Metals like Cadmium and Lead. There are a number of class actions suits going on at the moment regarding Consumer Reports claims about toxic metals in chocolate. Recently, “a lawsuit accusing Trader Joe's of failing to disclose that its dark chocolate products contain dangerous “heavy metals” was mostly dismissed by a judge. We will report on the cadmium and lead in chocolate issue once all these class action suits have ended.

Did you know that heavy metals are present in a wide variety of our foods? Join Food Sleuth Radio host and Registered Dietitian, Melinda Hemmelgarn, for her interview with Conrad Choiniere, Ph.D. Director, Office of Analytics and Outreach, Food and Drug Administration, Center for Food Safety and Applied Nutrition. Choiniere discusses common heavy metals in our food supply, and specifically the recent investigation into lead-contaminated cinnamon applesauce. Choiniere chairs FDA's Toxic Elements Working Group, which prioritizes the Administration's efforts to reduce exposures to lead, arsenic, and other heavy metals from foods to the greatest extent feasible.Related website:  Closer to Zero: https://www.fda.gov/food/environmental-contaminants-food/closer-zero-reducing-childhood-exposure-contaminants-foods https://www.fda.gov/food/outbreaks-foodborne-illness/investigation-elevated-lead-chromium-levels-cinnamon-applesauce-pouches-november-2023?utm_medium=email&utm_source=govdelivery

In this episode, Samantha Cieslinski interviews Dr. James Rogers, the Director of Food Safety Research and Testing at Consumer Reports. They discuss various topics related to food safety, including the importance of food safety for children, Dr. Rogers' personal and professional journey, staying active and motivated, parenting and communication, and the challenges faced in ensuring food safety. Dr. Rogers emphasizes the need for open communication with children and the importance of seeking help when needed. He also highlights the challenges of funding food safety testing and the dynamic nature of the food industry. In this part of the conversation, James Rogers discusses the testing and evaluation process at Consumer Reports, highlighting the organization's focus on risk-based testing and the selection process for products. He also explains the role of the National Advisory Committee on Microbiological Criteria for Foods in ensuring food safety from farm to table. Rogers emphasizes the importance of balancing consumer education without causing unnecessary panic and dispelling common misconceptions about food safety. Lastly, he discusses Consumer Reports' motivation for testing chocolate products for heavy metals and the response from the industry and consumers. In this conversation, Dr. James Rogers discusses the testing of chocolate for heavy metals, specifically cadmium and lead. The testing revealed that one-third of the chocolate products tested had worrisome levels of these heavy metals. Milk chocolate generally had lower levels compared to dark chocolate. The contamination of heavy metals in chocolate is associated with the cacao levels and the source of the chocolate beans. Dr. Rogers emphasizes the importance of moderation and informed choices when consuming chocolate, especially for children. He also mentions other food safety topics, such as plastics in food and heavy metals in spices.Consumer Reports -InstagramConsumer Reports - WebsiteA Third of Chocolate Products Are High in Heavy Metals, CR's Tests Findiwaspoisoned.comaskFSISThe Running Wine Mom - Instagram

In dieser Folge spreche ich über ein oft übersehenes, aber ernsthaftes Gesundheitsrisiko: Schwermetalle in unserer Umwelt. Erfahre, wie die Schwermetalle Blei, Quecksilber, Cadmium und Aluminium unsere Gesundheit gefährden können und wie sie in unseren Körper gelangen. Von der Nahrungsaufnahme über die Luftverschmutzung bis hin zu Kosmetika und medizinischen Behandlungen - ich decke alle wichtigen Quellen auf. Höre Dir diese Folge an und finde heraus, welche Maßnahmen Du ergreifen kannst, um Dich und Deine Familie vor den schädlichen Auswirkungen dieser unsichtbaren Gefahr zu schützen. Denk dran, Dir unseren Podcast direkt zu abonnieren, um keine neuen Folgen zu verpassen, die Dir dabei helfen werden, Deine Gesundheit endlich selbst in die Hand zu nehmen. Gesunde Gewohnheiten können nicht nur Deinem Körper, sondern auch Deinem Geist zugutekommen. Wir zeigen Dir ständig einfache und effektive Methoden, die Du in Deinen Alltag integrieren kannst. Für mehr Gesundheit, Energie, Wohlbefinden und geistige Klarheit.

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This is the 1st hour of Audio Collision with Cadmium Red that aired on Sunday January 21st, 2024 from 8 to 9 pm on WOZO-LP 103.9 FM Radio in Knoxville, TN and streamed online at wozoradio.com Make sure to check out https://www.facebook.com/AudioCollision for track listing and other info. If you like this program and want to support Knoxville Community Radio, please consider a financial donation to our Venmo we are at wozofm and all money collected goes towards keeping our noncommercial, nonprofit weird little station on the air. Thank you!

Show #259 This is the 2nd hour of Audio Collision with Cadmium Red that aired on Sunday January 21st, 2024 from 9 to 10 pm on WOZO-LP 103.9 FM Radio in Knoxville, TN and streamed online at wozoradio.com Make sure to check out https://www.facebook.com/AudioCollision for track listing and other info. If you like this program and want to support Knoxville Community Radio, please consider a financial donation to our Venmo we are at wozofm and all money collected goes towards keeping our noncommercial, nonprofit weird little station on the air. Thank you!

Time to kick-off Season 5! And where better to start the year but the filth and squalor of Victorian London. Expect the same old nonsense, although the parrot jokes have now been retired...maybe. Don't forget to check out the Chriscuit YouTube channel too! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/podcast-42/message

On this week's episode, Nathan, Mike, and Mahler the Deep Fake News Dog talk about Tigger, Call of Cthulhu, venomous snakebites, raiding aquifers, wooden wind turbines, euthanasia, ChatGPT plagiarism, covert space missions, overmassive black hole galaxies, AI insider training, baseball rule changes, an “item of concern,” and so on.

Show notes and links: https://www.chrisbeatcancer.com/dr-christopher-shade-on-how-to-detoxify-mercury-lead-cadmium-and-arsenic/

As weight loss drugs like Wegovy and Ozempic continue to gain traction across the US, Americans could potentially reduce their purchases of high-calorie snacks and fast-food. In this episode of the Xtalks Food Podcast, Sydney talks about how these weight loss drugs work and how the food industry has slowly but surely become aware of the potential impact of these drugs. For example, Walmart's US CEO recently revealed that consumers using Ozempic tend to purchase fewer groceries. Shares of Mondelez International have fallen nearly 11 percent over the past six months. Food giant Nestlé has seen a 15 percent dip in the same period and even announced plans to develop products similar to Wegovy and Ozempic amidst concerns that they could reduce food consumption and impact profitability. While the team believes it's too early to tell what the impact could be, they are intrigued by the possibility of these two worlds colliding.Also in this episode, Sydney talks about Consumer Reports' (CR) revelation that dark chocolate could contain cadmium and lead, metals known to cause health issues. While cacao is the heart and soul of chocolate, giving it its characteristic taste, it's also where these heavy metals predominantly reside. With dark chocolate usually having a higher cacao content, it's more susceptible. In its pursuit of clarity, CR tested 48 different products spanning seven categories, namely cocoa powder, chocolate chips, milk chocolate bars, dark chocolate bars, brownie mixes, chocolate cake mixes and hot chocolate. Out of seven dark chocolate bars tested, five, or 71 percent, surpassed CR's thresholds for cadmium, lead or both. The team posits that most people won't need to worry about heavy metal consumption from dark chocolate, but it should encourage consumers to stay informed, choose wisely and enjoy in moderation.Read the full article here:Are Wegovy and Ozempic a Threat to the Food Industry?Cadmium and Lead in Dark Chocolate: A Sweet Treat with Bitter ConcernsFor more food and beverage industry content, visit the Xtalks Vitals homepage.Follow Us on Social Media Twitter: @XtalksFood Instagram: @Xtalks Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Xtalks.Webinars/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/xtalks-webconferences YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/XtalksWebinars/featured

On this episode, co-hosts Dr. Tania Cubitt and Katy Starr discuss the most important vitamins and minerals for horses including:Vitamin and mineral functions and how they are absorbed in the horse's bodyWhich vitamins and mineral interact with each other and how they can become imbalanced, even if horses are fed their required amountHow vitamins and minerals are measuredThis is an extra deep dive into what can happen to horses if we feed too much or not enough of any particular vitamin and mineral and why certain ones are essential. Have a topic idea or feedback to share? We want to connect with you! Email podcast@standlee.com____________________________________** For EVERY episode download on the Beyond the Barn podcast from October 1 through October 31, 2023, Standlee will donate $1 to the Rural Gone Urban Foundation to support breast cancer patients in making memories with their families**Share, share, SHARE! Tell your friends, tell your family, tell your neighbors to download this episode on Apple, Spotify or Google Podcasts apps. Help us take part in making a DIFFERENCE!____________________________________Love the podcast? Leave a rating and review on Apple – https://podcasts.apple.com/.../beyond-the-barn/id1541221306Leave a rating on Spotify – https://open.spotify.com/show/3dmftQmwLKDQNueUcCJBZaHave a topic idea or feedback to share? We want to connect with you! Email podcast@standlee.comShare our podcast and learn more about our co-hosts at our Beyond the Barn podcast pageSUBSCRIBE to the Beyond the Barn podcast email to be an exclusive insider!Find us on Apple, Spotify or Google Podcasts and SUBSCRIBE, so you never miss an episode.____________________________________Check out the Standlee Barn Bulletin BlogFind more nutritional resources from Dr. Stephen Duren and Dr. Tania Cubitt at https://www.standleeforage.com/nutrition/nutritional-resources/Connect with Standlee on Facebook, Instagram, YouTube and TikTok____________________________________*Views and opinions expressed by guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect the view of Standlee Premium Products, LLC.*

An HerbRally audience member asked: "My nutrition question is about chocolate. I love chocolate, especially dark chocolate. What's up with recent reports of many of my favorite brands containing cadmium and lead? The horror! I still love chocolate, so how can I continue to indulge safely?" We had nutrition health coach Yaakov Levine on The Herbalist Hour and he answered this question, along with a lot more of your questions. WATCH THE FULL INTERVIEW WITH YAAKOV ON YOUTUBE Thanks to Yaakov for taking the time to answer these great nutrition questions! More about Yaakov | LEARN MORE

Have you been led to believe that oatmeal is good for you? This podcast is for you! Paul does a deep dive on why you may want to cut oats (and chocolate, and leafy greens) out for good for reasons like heavy metal accumulation, antinutrients, and defense chemicals. 00:07:30 The problem with grains 00:11:45 Heavy metals in oats, greens, chocolate and fish 00:20:00 How saponins damage the gut 00:31:30 Cadmium and heavy metals in oats, vegetables and chocolate  00:48:15 Phytic acid 00:49:20 Pesticides in your oats 00:50:50 Mold contamination in grains 00:53:00 Takeaways on oats References: Influence of saponins on gut permeability and active nutrient transport in vitro: https://www.semanticscholar.org/paper/Influence-of-saponins-on-gut-permeability-and-in-Johnson-Gee/b100e152961fa3beb84c676ac0ae43e74b52af9e Reducing the damage of quinoa saponins on human gastric mucosal cells by a heating process: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6977518/ Triterpenoid Saponins in Oat Bran and Their Levels in Commercial Oat Products: https://figshare.com/collections/Triterpenoid_Saponins_in_Oat_Bran_and_Their_Levels_in_Commercial_Oat_Products/5002223 The biological action of saponins in animal systems: a review: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/12493081/ Effect of oat saponins and different types of dietary fibre on the digestion of carbohydrates: https://www.cambridge.org/core/journals/british-journal-of-nutrition/article/effect-of-oat-saponins-and-different-types-of-dietary-fibre-on-the-digestion-of-carbohydrates/95992869AEC98CFAB161548C043F93E7 Effects of saponins and glycoalkaloids on the permeability and viability of mammalian intestinal cells and on the integrity of tissue preparations in vitro: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/20650190/ A major gene for grain cadmium accumulation in oat (Avena sativa L.): https://www.researchgate.net/publication/6204970_A_major_gene_for_grain_cadmium_accumulation_in_oat_Avena_sativa_L Toxicity of cadmium and its health risks from leafy vegetable consumption:https://www.researchgate.net/publication/313975727_Toxicity_of_cadmium_and_its_health_risks_from_leafy_vegetable_consumption Ideal Cereals With Lower Arsenic and Cadmium by Accurately Enhancing Vacuolar Sequestration Capacity: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6467212/ Cadmium Levels in Soils and Crops in the United States: https://www.semanticscholar.org/paper/Cadmium-Levels-in-Soils-and-Crops-in-the-United-Chang-El-Amamy/18c4415de7340ae4b30ac9516c1acae4c4ed6300 Sponsors: Heart & Soil: www.heartandsoil.co Carnivore MD Merch: www.kaleisbullshit.shop Make a donation to the Animal Based Nutritional Research Foundation: abnrf.org Bon Charge: boncharge.com, use code CARNIVOREMD for 15% off your order Zero Acre: www.zeroacre.com/PAUL or use code PAUL for free shipping on your first order Earth Runners: www.earthrunners.com, use code CARNIVORE for 10% off your order

After last week's deep dive, I think it's important to emphasize that you can use food and lifestyle choices to help optimize your body's detoxification pathways. Everyone is bio-individual, but we all could benefit from a little more support! Inside this episode, you'll learn: - whether or not detox teas are effective - which organs are responsible for detoxing your body - how to know if you need a detox - the ins and outs of supporting your body's detox pathways with food & lifestyle habits ... and more! Show Notes: Get inside the pH Balance DIY Program for Acid Reflux Schedule a 1:1 Discovery Call References: Liver: Anatomy and Functions Textbook of Functional Medicine Your Kidneys and How They Work Modulation of Metabolic Detoxification Pathways Using Foods and Food-Derived Components: A Scientific Review with Clinical Application Arsenic, Cadmium, Lead, and Mercury in Sweat: A Systematic Review Decreased Skin-Mediated Detoxification Contributes to Oxidative Stress and Insulin Resistance The Inflammation Spectrum Sleep Drives Metabolite Clearance from the Adult Brain You can learn more about me by following on IG or Tiktok @imperfectlypaigewellness or by checking out my blog, freebies, and offers on my website: https://imperfectlypaigewellness.com Please share with #PaigeTalksWellness to help get the word out about the show - and join the Imperfect Health Fam over on Facebook.

This week we soak in the bath with Lindsey Ross, the modern-day woman behind the lens of the 19th-century wet plate photography: The Alchemistress. Over the last few years, you may have encountered her unique style of photography at a few of our events where she is typically covered in her classic overalls with her mobile darkroom van parked nearby and her unique pop-up portrait studio within reach. With nature as a focal point for many of her subjects, Lindsey's work brings a sense of wonder, curiosity, and intrigue especially as the images reveal themselves on the glass plates, changing before our very eyes. There is a sense of slowing down, of patience that comes with her process, something that resonates with what we too create in all of our sensory experiences. With her latest body of work, she has stepped into our dreamy world to play with us and has even brought a few of our own familiar faces to the moody dream world in her latest mushroom series.In this episode, we learn all about her upbringing in Southern California and her discovery of this large-format style of photography. This field of photography had been traditionally dominated by men at the beginning. When she broke into the community of photographers who are still keeping this art form alive, she brought a unique passion for mixing the modern era with the classic lens to shape her own approach. We'll sit in on her story around why she pursued this unique style, her personal discovery of learning how to master this time-consuming and laborious process, and how she is giving new life to this old-world art form. Lindsey creates tintype and ambrotype portraits and landscape images. Most recently, she has been working on a mushroom portrait series, where her subjects seem to be shrunken down to the world of insects lounging about in a mythological setting. You can even find some of our own inner circle members among the mix. Listen now to her artist's journey or go see her large-scale glass photos in person at her studio next time you're visiting the coast of Santa Barbara.To join Secular Sabbath membership, you can find us at secular-sabbath.com/membership. Joining grants you access to our Inner Circle community of sensory-exploring like-minded people, where you can gather with us locally in LA for monthly meet-up experiences, and pop-up events around the globe, and partake in our exclusive ambient online community. Ready to dive into the dialogue deeper? Join us on our Discord channel.See what we get up to at @secularsabbath.

Kidney Stones are incredibly painful and are "growing at a surprise rate". But Dr. Prather says there are natural approaches to preventing and treating Kidney Stones. In this episode, we talk about:—The different types of Kidney Stones and how correctly identifying which one you have is important for how it is treated.—Why Fiber is important for preventing Kidney Stones. And how switching chronic Kidney Stone patients from White Bread to Whole Grain Bread reduced the number of Kidney Stones by 50%.—Why Dr. Prather describes High Fructose Corn Syrup as "Kidney Stone forming material". And why the Southeastern U.S. is called "The Kidney Stone Belt".—How Dr. Prather as a Chiropractor will often have patients coming to him for low back pain when the real cause of the discomfort is Kidney Stones for about 20% of those patients.—Why Dr. Prather says getting your body more Alkaline is "one of the important things you can possibly do" since Acidic urine is the cause of 80-90% of Kidney Stones. And the brand of water Dr. Prather recommends for proper hydration. —The "magic formula" for most Kidney Stones. And the herb (which even Dr. Prather has difficulty pronouncing) that is "like the magic Kidney Stone dissolver".—The importance of having a Hair Analysis done for Kidney Stones. And why Dr. Prather says those with high Cadmium are "guaranteed" to have Kidney Stones and "not just one a year".—The man who called into Dr. Prather's office ready to commit suicide because of chronic Kidney Stones. And how the recommendation of Lemon water and Magnesium Citrate cleared up his issue without him ever even coming into the office.—How Apple Cider Vinegar is "one of the best medicines" for Kidney Stones that prevents Kidney Stones and can "completely dissolve" Kidney Stones when taken regularly over a period of time.—What you can do at home for a Kidney Stone. And how Acupuncture, Auriculotherapy, and an IV Therapy Hydration bag can provide "amazing relief" for Kidney Stone pain. http://www.TheVoiceOfHealthRadio.com

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Consumer Reports has called on leading dark chocolate makers today to reduce the level of dangerous heavy metals in their products after they found concerning amounts of lead and cadmium in some of their offerings. In letters accompanied by nearly 55,000 signatures, CR urged Trader Joe's, Hershey's, Mondelez, and Theo to make a commitment to take action by Valentine's Day.Consumer Reports scientists measured the amount of heavy metals in 28 dark chocolate bars and detected cadmium and lead in all of them. For 23 of the bars, eating just one ounce a day would put an adult over a level that public health authorities and CR's experts say may be harmful for at least one of those heavy metals. Five of the bars were above those levels for both cadmium and lead: Trader Joe's Dark Chocolate Lover's Chocolate 85% cacao; Lily's Extremely Dark Chocolate 85% cocoa (owned by Hershey's). Theo Organic Pure Dark Chocolate 70% cocoa; Theo Extra Dark Pure Dark Chocolate 85% cocoa. and Green & Black's Organic Dark Chocolate 70% cacao (owned by Modelez).  Consistent, long-term exposure to even small amounts of heavy metals can lead to a variety of health problems.  The danger is greatest for pregnant people and young children because the metals can cause developmental problems, affect brain development, and lead to lower IQ.Our guest, Kevin Loria is a Senior Health Reporter for Consumer Reports.

Consumer Reports has called on leading dark chocolate makers today to reduce the level of dangerous heavy metals in their products after they found concerning amounts of lead and cadmium in some of their offerings. In letters accompanied by nearly 55,000 signatures, CR urged Trader Joe's, Hershey's, Mondelez, and Theo to make a commitment to take action by Valentine's Day.Consumer Reports scientists measured the amount of heavy metals in 28 dark chocolate bars and detected cadmium and lead in all of them. For 23 of the bars, eating just one ounce a day would put an adult over a level that public health authorities and CR's experts say may be harmful for at least one of those heavy metals. Five of the bars were above those levels for both cadmium and lead: Trader Joe's Dark Chocolate Lover's Chocolate 85% cacao; Lily's Extremely Dark Chocolate 85% cocoa (owned by Hershey's). Theo Organic Pure Dark Chocolate 70% cocoa; Theo Extra Dark Pure Dark Chocolate 85% cocoa. and Green & Black's Organic Dark Chocolate 70% cacao (owned by Modelez).  Consistent, long-term exposure to even small amounts of heavy metals can lead to a variety of health problems.  The danger is greatest for pregnant people and young children because the metals can cause developmental problems, affect brain development, and lead to lower IQ.Our guest, Kevin Loria is a Senior Health Reporter for Consumer Reports.

Did you know that many chocolate products contain unsafe levels of cadmium and lead? Join Food Sleuth Radio host and Registered Dietitian, Melinda Hemmelgarn, for her interview with Tod Cooperman, MD, President, Founder, and Editor-in-Chief at ConsumerLab.com, the leading independent evaluator of dietary supplements and nutritional products. Cooperman discusses Consumer Lab's chocolate testing results and the dangers of lead and cadmium in relation to beneficial flavanols in chocolate. Cooperman also discusses whether any dietary supplements offer protection against Covid-19, the benefits of masks, and a new report on powdered fruit and vegetable supplements.Related website:  www.consumerlab.com 

There has been a surge in reporting on cadmium in chocolate. What is cadmium? Is it safe to eat if it's in your chocolate? Greg D'Alesandre of Dandelion Chocolate answers these questions and more in this in-depth review of the metallic substance. Watch the video version of this podcast on Craft Chocolate TV.• Follow us for more chocolate content @manoachocolate• Learn more about us and try our chocolate here.

Dr. Don and Professor Ben talk about the risks of Cadmium and Lead in chocolate. Dr. Don - not risky

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Chocolate lovers everywhere have been in mourning since Consumer Reports came out with a study showing that 20 popular chocolate brands contained high levels of lead and cadmium. Does this mean we should stop eating chocolate now? What can lead and cadmium do to your body? What other products may be contaminated? We'll discuss all this and ways you can decrease the lead and cadmium load to your body when eating cocoa products.For more information visit http://www.VyvyaneLohMD.com

After multiple formula-related infant deaths were reported to the FDA in February, samples from Abbott Laboratories' Sturgis, Michigan baby formula production facility tested positive for cronobacter, triggering a recall and a subsequent formula shortage. In this episode, Jen uncovers monopoly and neglect in the baby formula production industry, lack of oversight by the FDA, and the United States' refusal to adopt the World Health Organization's International Code of Marketing of Breast-Milk Substitutes. Please Support Congressional Dish – Quick Links Contribute monthly or a lump sum via PayPal Support Congressional Dish via Patreon (donations per episode) Send Zelle payments to: Donation@congressionaldish.com Send Venmo payments to: @Jennifer-Briney Send Cash App payments to: $CongressionalDish or Donation@congressionaldish.com Use your bank's online bill pay function to mail contributions to: 5753 Hwy 85 North, Number 4576, Crestview, FL 32536. Please make checks payable to Congressional Dish Thank you for supporting truly independent media! View the shownotes on our website at https://congressionaldish.com/cd254-baby-formula-shortage Background Sources Recommended Congressional Dish Episodes CD234: AWOL Recall: The Rock and Play Sleeper The Formula Shortage Abbott. Jun 15, 2022. “Update on Abbott's Sturgis Plant and Formula Production.” “Testimony of Robert M. Califf, M.D., Commissioner of Food and Drugs, Food and Drug Administration, Department of Health and Human Services, before the Committee on Health, Education, Labor & Pensions, Infant Formula Crisis: Addressing the Shortages and Getting Formula on Shelves.” May 26, 2022. U.S. Senate. Center for Food Safety and Applied Nutrition. May 18, 2022. “Guidance for Industry: Infant Formula Enforcement Discretion Policy” [FDA–2022–D–0814]. U.S. Food and Drug Administration. Annie Gasparro and Jaewon Kang. May 12, 2022. “Baby Formula Shortage Could Leave Parents Scrambling for Months.” The Wall Street Journal. U.S. Food and Drug Administration. Feb 2022. “FDA Investigation of Cronobacter Infections: Powdered Infant Formula.” Baby Formula Monopoly Matt Stoller. May 13, 2022. “Big Bottle: The Baby Formula Nightmare.” BIG by Matt Stoler on Substack. Sam Knight. Apr 23, 2022. “Company Responsible for Tainted Baby Formula Has Monopoly Over Aid Program Sales.” Truthout. FDA Failure Letter from Rep. Raja Krishnamoorthi to FDA Commissioner Robert Califf. March 24, 2022. U.S. House of Representatives. Poisoned Baby Food House Committee on Oversight and Reform, Subcommittee on Economic and Consumer Policy Staff. Feb 4, 2021. “Report: Baby Foods Are Tainted with Dangerous Levels of Arsenic, Lead, Cadmium, and Mercury.” Operation Fly Formula Brenda Goodman and Deidre McPhillips. Jun 10, 2022. “How far will Operation Fly Formula shipments really go to fill America's store shelves?” CNN. The White House. May 22, 2022. “Biden Administration Announces Second Operation Fly Formula Flight.” White House Briefing Room: Statements and Releases. 60 minutes Segment Bill Whitaker. May 22, 2022. “Medical Middlemen: Broken system making it harder for hospitals and patients to get some life-saving drugs.” 60 Minutes. The WHO Code and Formula Marketing The World Health Organization. Apr 28, 2022. “Scope and impact of digital marketing strategies for promoting breastmilk substitutes.” The World Health Organization. Apr 28, 2022. “WHO reveals shocking extent of exploitative formula milk marketing.” The World Health Organization. #EndExploitativeMarketing Petition. La Leche League International. “International WHO Code.” Bonnie Goldstein. Jul 13, 2018. Paper Cuts: No Match for Mother's Milk. Project on Government Oversight. Baby-Friendly USA website. The World Health Organization. Jan 27, 1981. “International Code of Marketing of Breast-Milk Substitutes.” Fisher-Price Update Katie Porter [@RepKatiePorter]. Jun 15, 2022. “Following yesterday's news of previously unreported infant deaths in Fisher-Price products, I'm calling on the company to immediately recall all…” Twitter. Laws H.R.7791: Access to Baby Formula Act of 2022 Jen's Highlighted PDF of Public Law 117–129 H.R.3182: Safe Sleep for Babies Act of 2021 Audio Sources INFANT FORMULA CRISIS May 26, 2022 Senate Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions The committee concluded a hearing to examine the infant formula crisis, focusing on addressing the shortage and getting formula on shelves. Witnesses: Robert M. Califf, Commissioner of Food and Drugs, Food and Drug Administration Clips 37:26 Dr. Robert Califf: Frankly, the inspection results were shocking. Standing water, cracks in key equipment that presented the potential for bacterial contamination to persist, particularly in the presence of moisture, leaks in the roof, a previous citation of inadequate hand washing and current poor foot sanitation, bacteria growing from multiple sides, and many signs of a disappointing lack of attention to the culture of safety in this product that is so essential to the lives of our most precious people. 38:14 Dr. Robert Califf: As soon as we receive positive cronobacter results from environmental samples at the facility that we collected during the inspection, we contacted Abbott to ask the company to issue a voluntary recall. The need to take urgent action to protect the most vulnerable of all of our people -- infants -- presented a dilemma. This was the largest plant of the dominant manufacturer, and it was the sole source of a number of metabolic formulas essential for viability of infants with no substitution possible, because Abbott had no backup plan. We knew that ceasing plant operations would create supply problems, but we had no choice given the unsanitary conditions. 50:50 Sen. Richard Burr (R-NC): Why haven't you waived labeling requirements from trusted manufacturers in countries like the UK, Australia or Canada? Couldn't manufacturers provide temporary labels on imported formula? Cans if the label is printed in a language other than English until US manufacturing is restored? Some countries have higher nutritional requirements. Why can't we provide a waiver for their products to come into the country? Dr. Robert Califf: We've waived many of the requirements that are the ones that make sense, but the directions have to be clear to Americans in language that's understandable so the formula can be mixed correctly. An error in mixing up the formula for example, can lead to a very sick infant not getting the right nutrition. 2:16:18 Dr. Robert Califf: We saw the lack of quality in the system and the lack of accountability for the problems that were there. And so we had to invoke the Justice Department to negotiate a consent decree, which is essentially Abbott saying, “Yes, we had all these problems. Here's exactly what we're going to do to fix them.” For legal reasons, I can't discuss the exact details of the negotiation, but let's just say that it took a little armwrestling to get to the point where the Justice Department got Abbott to sign the consent decree. FORMULA SAFETY AND SUPPLY: PROTECTING THE HEALTH OF AMERICA'S BABIES May 25, 2022 Committee on Energy and Commerce: Subcommittee on Oversight and Investigations Witnesses: Robert M. Califf, Commissioner, Food and Drug Administration Frank Yiannas, Deputy Commissioner, Food Policy and Response, Food and Drug Administration Susan Mayne, Director, Center for Food Safety and Applied Nutrition, Food and Drug Administration Chris Calamari, Senior Vice President of U.S. Nutrition, Abbott Robert Cleveland, Senior Vice President of the Nutrition Business Unit for the US and Europe, Mead Johnson Nutrition Scott Fitz, Vice President of Technical and Production, Gerber Clips 41:55 Robert Califf: Because of the lack of the diversification of this market in the absence of a central hub for integrating supply chains, we concluded early on that getting the Sturgis facility up and running safely was a top priority. But we had no confidence in the integrity of the Abbott quality program at this facility. Accordingly, we initiated proceedings toward a consent decree, which requires Abbott to undertake steps to assure safe production of formula, including hiring an outside expert with reporting to FDA. 43:03 Robert Califf: Despite the overall numbers showing diminished but steady supply, we knew that distribution was an issue. Some areas were experiencing significant shortages, but overall, there was enough formula to go around. About a month ago, the reports of shortages on the shelf proliferated, although there was not a drop in production. This increase in consumption most likely represents heightened concern of parents and caregivers about shortages, leading to an understandable effort to purchase ahead to ensure adequate supply at home. This type of cycle has happened with other products throughout the pandemic, and we realize that the only solution is to have adequate supply to make sure shelves are stocked. 45:57 Robert Califf: Abbott's enormous market share left it with a responsibility for producing safe infant formula that was not met. We will do everything in our power to work with Abbott to make this happen as quickly and as safely possible, but this timing is an Abbott's control. 46:35 Robert Califf: Across the industry we regulate, we are seeing evidence that the just-in-time distribution system, market concentration, and sole-source contracting are leading to shortages. Multiple reports to Congress call for improved supply chain management. Until regulatory agencies have digital access to critical supply chain information and personnel to do the work, we will continue to react to supply chain disruptions rather than intervening to prevent them. 1:01:113 Robert Califf: It's really important for people to go to the HHS website: hhs.gov/formula. There you'll find the hotline for all the manufacturers and helpful information about where to go. 1:04:12 Robert Califf: You would be surprised to know there's no just-in-time system where all the FDA employees can see what's going on. What we really need is access to the information that the manufacturers have about each of their individual supply chains. They each have their individual supply chains, but there is no national system to make sure the supplies getting where it needs to go. 1:05:11 Rep. Cathy McMorris Rodgers (R-WA): Did FDA not have a data analytics tool to monitor the supply chains of various products, including infant formula? Robert Califf: We requested funding for a tool and because we didn't get the funding, we cobbled it together. It's a start, but it's nowhere near — you know, again, I was at Google for five years. The technology at FDA, and in many federal agencies is outmoded and needs an upfit, there's just no question about. 1:07:33 Susan Mayne: We have been in discussion with infant formula manufacturers throughout COVID, but discussion is not the same thing as data and we do not have the authorities to demand data from the companies to get necessarily all the information that you would want to have to really monitor the supply chains as Dr. Califf indicated. 1:10:30 Robert Califf: But given what we saw, the only way we could have confidence was through a consent decree, where we literally have oversight of every single step. When we met with the CEO yesterday, there were hundreds of steps that they went through that they're having to do, many of which have already been done. So it's only if we have direct oversight over it that I would have confidence, but I do have confidence that we are seeing every single step both physically in-person, and also through following the documentation and the outside expert. 1:10:53 Rep. David B. McKinley (R-WV): How will the passage of last week's FDA Bill increase the production of baby formula? Robert Califf: Production is increasing already — Rep. David McKinley The criticism, that they said that on these various tweets — it was not just one there were several — that said it was unnecessary. So I want to know, how do we increase, how do we get back to production? How to put in $28 million? How would that how's that gonna increase production? Robert Califf: Well, remember, the Abbot plant needs to get up and running, we've got to oversee and micro detail to make sure that it's done correctly. And as we bring in supply from other countries, remember, we already have overseas plants that we import from on a regular basis, almost double digits. So as we bring that product in, we've got to inspect it, make sure it's of the quality that we expect in America of formula and we need to upgrade our information systems, as I've already said, to make sure that as all this goes on, we can keep track of it and make sure that we're coordinated. 1:44:55 Rep. Kim Schrier (D-WA): Is there any early warning system for products like baby formula? And not just the ingredients but for formula itself or manufacturer would let you know if they're running short or anticipate a shortage? Robert Califf: First of all, let me thank you for being a pediatrician. I sometimes call the Academy of Pediatrics just for the positive vibes that you all exude as a profession. But no, there is not such a warning system. We've repeatedly asked for that authority and have not been granted it. The industry by and large has opposed it. 1:52:21 Susan Mayne: What the data show is, we can't rule in or rule out whether or not those infants, their cronobacter was caused by this plant. The data just simply can't be used to inform it. Rep. John Joyce (R-PA): But the genetic testing you did. It does not match from the plant, correct? Susan Mayne: That is correct. But what we did not have is any sampling done at the same time that the product was manufactured that was consumed by the individuals who got sick, so we didn't have that every director 2:08:57 Rep. Ann Kuster (D-NH): I know that in this part of the country, I'm in New Hampshire, we have milk banks of mother's breast milk. And I'm wondering what is the regulation by the FDA? And can we assure our constituents that breast milk from milk bank is safe and is thoroughly vetted by the FDA? Robert Califf: You're asking some very good questions. I'm gonna refer this to Dr. Mayne who probably would have the best answer. Susan Mayne: Thank you, Congresswoman. So human breast milk is regulated as a food. And so that is reassuring and they have to have proper screening protocols and things like that in place to make sure that the donors that are donating the milk, get that, that's critical for human food safety. So that's how I would respond. Thank you. 2:26:28 Robert Califf: You would think that a critical industry like this would have resilience plans, redundancy, but we don't even have legal authority right now to require that the firms have a plan for potential failures and resilience. That's something we've asked Congress for every year for a while, and we're asking for it again. So I hope that it happens this time. I'd also add that this is not unique to this industry. We are seeing this across the entire device and medical supply industry with frequent failures as exemplified by the 60 minutes show and the contrast medium problem that I talked about. We have gone to a just-in-time, large single source contracts that lead to lack of diversification in the industry and the industry has fought us tooth and nail on requiring that there be insight into their supply chains, so that the sum of all of the industries leads to the the avoidance of preemption. We'd like to be able to stress test and prevent these things from happening rather than waiting until they happen, and then scrambling. 2:58:58 Susan Mayne: What we've seen is, first the strain of the COVID 19 pandemic, then the strain of the recall, and now we've got the Russia-Ukraine conflict. And one of the things that we know is the Ukraine region is one of the world's biggest exporters of products like sunflower oil. Sunflower oil is used as an ingredient in many food products, including infant formula. And so we have been working with the manufacturers should they be unable to maintain their supply of sunflower oil, what they would replace it with and make sure that that would meet the nutritional requirements for infant formula. 3:26:28 Chris Calamari: We plan to start production at Sturgis the first week of June. We will begin with the production of EleCare, before turning to the production of other formulas and Similac. From restart, we estimate that it will take six to eight weeks before product is available on shelves. 4:28:51 Rep. Paul Tonko (D-NY): Your testimony also mentions global supply chain challenges as a factor the company has had to contend with. What, if any, steps has Gerber taken to maintain its production and distribution supply? Scott Fitz: Thank you for the question. Certainly, our industry is not immune to the global supply chain challenges brought on by the pandemic. We struggled with materials supply issues, intermittent materials supply issues, whether it be ingredients or packaging components, we struggled struggled with the material quality issues related to the pandemic, we've had transportation and logistics issues, just getting trucks and truck drivers available to move the products and supplies that we need. And we've had COVID related labor challenges and higher turnover than normal are all things that have impacted us. Through the course of the pandemic though we've we've resolved these on an ongoing basis, one at a time as they've come up. We are putting trying to put in more robust business continuity plans in place for critical components and ones that we know we will have challenges with in the future. 4:30:50 Rep. Paul Tonko (D-NY): Did you not think the FDA should be notified or at least aware of your struggle? Scott Fitz: Should FDA be aware of our struggle? Rep. Tonko: Yeah, should you have shared those concerns for supply chain? Scott Fitz: If it could help, we would certainly be willing to do that. Yes. Rep. Tonko: What should you have told us during the last year? Scott Fitz: Well, as I testified, the issues that have come up for us, we've been able to resolve. Through the last six months our in-stock rates have averaged 86%. 4:35:55 Chris Calamari: On the horizon, we see in the manufacture of infant formula agricultural oils are absolutely essential, paper is absolutely essential, the cost of fuel to supply and distribute the product is essential. So I would call out those key elements ranging from agricultural oils to the cost to deliver the product would be the biggest areas of focus. 4:41:42 Robert Cleveland: We reached out and spoke to the USDA almost immediately seeking flexibility, for example in the size format. And while that sounds small, it's very significant because what that means is the WIC consumer doesn't have to look for one particular size of product at the shelf. They can find any size of the shelf to fulfill their their benefits with and that's allowed us to continue production and step up to meet the requirements of those consumers. We've since worked with the USDA to find a number of other ways to flexibly administer the program, because really, the focus for the WIC consumer is the same as the others, making sure she has safe access to formula and doesn't have to compete with non-WIC consumers to get it. So the more sizes, the more formats, the more manufacturers that the program can support, the more likely she is to have her needs met. 4:47:35 Rep. Kim Schrier (D-WA): The baby formula industry in our country is really unique in that about 90% of the product is made right here in the United States. And the vast majority is made by your three companies [Abbott, Gerber, and Mead Johnson]. And so it should be no surprise that when something goes wrong, like what happened in Sturgis, it really rocks the whole industry and the facility in Sturgis is responsible for 40% of Abbott's formula on the market and makes up about 20% of the total formula on the market in the US, and that is really significant, especially when this year Similac has the contract with WIC. 5:10:40 Rep. Buddy Carter (R-GA): Okay, the supply chain issues, is that because some of the ingredients were coming from other countries? Chris Calamari: Representative, yes, so global supply chains are such that we have ingredients coming from global sources and that is the nature of our supply chain. 5:19:29 Rep. Diana DeGette (D-CO): Let's say my daughter, who has a six-week-old baby, called me up and said, “I need to get some formula for my baby. And my store shelves are bare.” What can we tell them between now and all of the emergency measures we put into place to start putting formula on the shelves? Who should they call? Where can they go to try to get some of this limited product right now? What's the practical suggestion? Robert Cleveland: It's very unfortunate that you have to answer that question or ask that question, but let me do my best to answer it. I think the shelves — the reality is they don't have anywhere near the product that they do. So one of the things I've often said during this crisis is it takes a village to raise a child. In this case, sometimes it's taking a village to find infant formula. So the first thing to do is work with your network of family and friends, and as they go to the stores, look for the product that's there. And I've seen many mothers and grandmothers and fathers and cousins doing this on the shelf. You can call our Consumer Response Center. Now to be fair, those folks are doing a phenomenal job of fielding waves and waves of calls. But we will help you if you call. That's one other resource. The physician's office is another. Sometimes they do have the samples that are required, and they can help transition between finding product on the shelf. And then I would be sure to look online as well as in-person at the store and be open to other formats. Many mothers and fathers have a particular type of format they like. You may need to be more flexible in the format that you use. But all infant formula regulated by the FDA is safe for your infant, whether it's a liquid or a powder or what size it's in. And so I would say shop widely. See your doctor or enroll your family friends, give us a call if you need to, and be flexible. THE INFANT FORMULA CRISIS May 25, 2022 Committee on Appropriations: Subcommittee on Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies Witnesses: Ginger Carney, Director of Clinical Nutrition, St. Jude Children's Research Hospital Sarah Chamberlin, Executive Director, National PKU News Michael Gay, Owner and Manager, Food Fresh Brian Ronholm, Director of Food Policy, Consumer Reports Linkedin Clips 32:29 Michael Gay: WIC's rigid rules have made it difficult for the program to be responsive to critical shortages throughout the pandemic and now during the formula crisis. Substitutions may be easily available when situations like this arise. The emergency waivers instituted by the USDA during the pandemic have provided flexibility in some states, but those waivers were only available because of the pandemic. To prevent this issue from happening in the future, Congress should allow WIC vendors operating during severe supply shortages, disasters or public health emergencies to automatically substitute limited WIC approved products impacted by supply chain disruptions. The USDA should direct states to include product substitutions for WIC in their emergency preparedness plan. These changes would have allowed families to immediately switch to another formula in states with shortages allowing for smooth continuation of feeding infants. 33:27 Michael Gay: Secondly, there's a significant need for USDA to examine the long term effects of cost containment, competitiveness and peer grouping formulas for WIC vendors. States operate a peer group system to monitor vendor prices and determine reimbursements are cost competitive. These cost containment measures have led to reduced retail embursement and reduced retailer participation in the program, leading to fewer locations for families to access formula. 33:55 Michael Gay: WIC infant formula cost containment measures have led to extreme consolidation in the formula marketplace, leaving it highly vulnerable to supply disruptions like we are experiencing now. These contracting policies must be reviewed to ensure future food security of the nation's babies and families. 41:50 Brian Ronholm: The evidence suggests that the agency was too slow to act, failed to take this issue seriously, and was not forthcoming with information to parents and caregivers. The infant formula crisis exposed a greater structure and culture problem that has long existed FDA. This was merely one symptom of the overall problem, and it is clear that confidence in the food program at the FDA is eroding. A big reason for this is the food program has second class status within FDA, and it's resulted in serious problems. The FDA also lacks a single, full-time, fully empowered expert leader of all aspects of the food program. As you know, in recent decades, most FDA commissioners have been medical specialists who naturally focus on the programs impacting medical products. This is certainly warranted considering the impact these programs have on public health. And the pandemic is a perfect example of this. However, this usually results in intense competition for the commissioner's time and support and focus on the food program is typically what has suffered under this dynamic. It has become impossible for an FDA commissioner to possess the bandwidth to provide leadership and accountability to a set of offices that regulates 80% of our food supply. 51:45 Ginger Carney: I would want to warn parents not to make homemade formulas — the American Academy of Pediatrics warns against that — they should not dilute the formula, as both of these situations can lead to disastrous results and lead possibly to hospital admissions. 56:40 Brian Ronholm: Splitting out the food safety functions of the agency as it exists now and creating separate agencies while still remaining under the HHS umbrella would be an effective approach that would get to the issues that I think everyone has become aware of during this crisis. 59:32 Rep. Rosa DeLauro (D-CT): We now have 15 agencies at the federal level who deal with some form of food safety, the principal ones are USDA and FDA. It should be one single agency! 1:06:30 Michael Gay: In a rural area such as ours, probably 85-90% of my formula is WIC formula, which is just down to one type of formula. So even like today, for example, or my truck Monday, I got about 20 cases of Gerber formula in a different variety, but that's not approved on what and the Georgia WIC office just approved some substitutions for formulas that were, you know, prescribed by the doctor with the contract formula. So therein lies the problem is there's no easy way to substitute that for the customer. 1:23:29 Brian Ronholm: Four companies that control 90% of the market and only three of them actually bid on WIC rebate contracts. Abbott is by far the largest one and I believe they have contracts in 30 or 31 states, I think it was the latest figure. So when those contracts come up, these companies submit based on their ability to meet the demand in a particular state, and Abbott is usually the only one that's big enough to do that. We mentioned that they have a large part of the market, I think when it comes to the WIC market, they have approximately 55 to 60% of the WIC market. So that's a significant size of the market that it really needs to be examined so when situations like this hit, how does it impact that particular….And it's obviously going to have a bigger impact because these companies use the WIC market to get into the overall non-WIC market to even increase the share of their market, so that creates further shortage problems. 1:40:35 Ginger Carney: One thing that we really haven't talked about is the WHO code for marketing breast milk substitutes. And that's what these formulas are, they're breast milk substitutes. So if we look at the WHO code in other countries, other developed countries are abiding by the WHO code and this gives guidelines for how companies can market their infant formulas in a safe way. So maybe we should go back to that and think about what is it about the WHO code that would benefit all of our families in the country so that they are assured when they do have to reach for infant formula when breastfeeding cannot be an option or will not be an option? What are the things that are marketed directly to our families that tell them about the formula? 1:44:20 Rep. Debbie Wasserman Schultz (D-FL): Half of all US formula consumption goes through the WIC program, which provides free infant formula as we've been talking about today, where states negotiate bulk discounts in exchange for market exclusivity. Now, I'll take you back to 1989 when Republican President George Bush enacted legislation requiring all state WIC programs to use competitive bidding for the purchase of infant formula. In practice, this means that the state of Florida for example is required to use a single supplier for the entire state supply of WIC baby formula. The competitive bidding process has yielded $1.3 billion to $2 billion a year in savings and allowing WIC to serve about 2 million more participants annually because of the discounts. However, when there's a supply shock caused by one of the four market participants, like what happened with Abbott in this case, it creates a serious risk to infant health across the country. 1:48:00 Rep. Debbie Wasserman Schultz (D-FL): We know that in Europe, they consistently produce a baby formula surplus. But there are rigid labeling and nutritional requirements for formula containers here in the US that the FDA requires and they prohibit the sale of many European-made products, even though the formulas themselves meet FDA nutritional and purity standards. So what sort of policy changes would you like to see undertaken to ease restrictions on baby formula imports, while still ensuring that the product meets our safety standards? Brian Ronholm: Yeah, I think it's critical that we maintain those safety standards that FDA has set on infant formula, that's absolutely critical. There's a comfort level with consumers when they're able to purchase something that they know is an FDA inspected facility overseas. But to your point, sometimes these regulations, these really strict regulations are thinly disguised trade protection measures. And so you know, that's certainly an issue that we'd have to examine carefully to make sure that we can have that access. Cover Art Design by Only Child Imaginations Music Presented in This Episode Intro & Exit: Tired of Being Lied To by David Ippolito (found on Music Alley by mevio)