Brushing With Poison: Study Finds Toxic Heavy Metals In 90% Of Toothpaste Brands, Including Those For Children

A new investigation reveals 90% of popular toothpaste brands contain dangerous levels of heavy metals like lead, arsenic, mercury, and cadmium, posing serious health risks. Independent testing by Lead Safe Mama found major brands like Crest, Colgate, and Tom’s of Maine contaminated, with some products exceeding EPA safety limits for lead and arsenic. Heavy metals in toothpaste enter the body through gums, inhalation, or ingestion, with children at highest risk for developmental harm, cognitive decline, and autism. Despite alarming findings, no recalls have been issued, and companies defend their products, while FDA standards remain far looser than safety thresholds for other consumables. Advocates urge consumers to switch to verified clean brands and push for stricter regulations as corporate negligence and weak oversight continue to endanger

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