Toxic Metals Found in Select Mixed-Fruit Juices and Soft Drinks
Study from Tulane University
A recent study reveals that certain frequently consumed drinks surpassed federal drinking water standards with toxic metal content.
Out of the 60 beverages examined, five exhibited toxic metal levels higher than the established standards. Tulane University conducted the study, which found that two mixed juices contained arsenic levels exceeding the 10 microgram/liter standard. Additionally, a cranberry juice, a mixed carrot and fruit juice, and an oat milk demonstrated cadmium levels surpassing the 3 parts per billion standard.
In the Food Composition and Analysis, findings from a study revealed that a variety of sampled beverages commonly found in grocery stores, such as single and mixed fruit juices, plant-based milks, sodas, and teas, were analyzed for 25 different toxic metals and trace elements. The results indicated that mixed-fruit juices and plant-based milks (including oat and almond) frequently contained elevated concentrations of toxic metals compared to other drinks.
