Watch out for these drinks! Toxic metal found above standards

A recent study in the US examined fruit juices, plant-based milks and carbonated beverages to detect 25 toxic metals and metal residues. Scientists have revealed that some commonly consumed beverages contain levels of toxic metals that exceed standards. In particular, experts recommend not giving mixed juices or plant-based milks in large quantities to children and infants.

In a study conducted at Tulane University in the USA, it was determined that 5 of the beverages commonly consumed in the society contain toxic metals above the water intended for human consumption regulation.

In the study, which detected 10 micrograms of arsenic above the standards in two mixed juices, cadmium was found in products such as cranberry juice, mixed carrot and fruit juice, and oat milk, exceeding the legal standard.

MORE METALS FOUND IN MIXED JUICES AND VEGETABLE MILK
Mixed juices and plant-based milks such as almonds and oats contain more toxic metals than other beverages, the study found.

In the study, which recorded that 7 out of 25 elements, including nickel, manganese, boron, cadmium, strontium, arsenic and selenium, exceeded the regulations for water intended for human consumption, lead was detected in more than 93 percent of 60 drinks, but it was stated that most of them were at very low levels.

Tewodros Godebo, lead author of the study from Tulane University, said that it is surprising that there are not many studies examining toxic metals in soft drinks in the USA, and that their work will raise awareness on this issue.

"Arsenic, lead, and cadmium are known carcinogens and have been proven to cause visceral and cognitive damage in children, particularly during early brain development," says Godebo, who recommends not giving mixed juices or plant-based milks to infants and young children in high amounts. used the phrase.