The State of Florida tested dozens of popular candy products for the presence of heavy metals, which produced alarming results.
“Governor Ron DeSantis, First Lady Casey DeSantis, and Florida Surgeon General Dr. Joseph Ladapo announced new food safety findings under the Healthy Florida First initiative, with the release of candy product testing results conducted by the Florida Department of Health (DOH) to provide greater transparency for Florida families and strengthen accountability for products marketed to children,” the Florida Department of Health stated in a release.
“Our ‘Healthy Florida First’ initiative promotes innovation, ensures accountability, and empowers Floridians to make the healthiest choices for their families. Transparency is vital to that mission,“ Gov. DeSantis said.
“Today, First Lady Casey DeSantis, Florida Surgeon General Dr. Joseph Ladapo,
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