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Toxic metals in soft drinks and fruit juices: A new study on dangerous drinks
29.09.2023 02:50
Updated: 13.05.2024 21:23
When we enjoy fruit juices and soft drinks, we don't usually think about danger - but it seems that we actually should.
A recent study by Tulane University discovered that some common drinks have levels of harmful metals higher than what's allowed in drinking water.
Let's find out more about the study to understand whether we should be worried.
More about the test
Out of the 60 drinks tested, five had levels of toxic metals above the safe limits for drinking water set by the government.
Two mixed juices had too much arsenic, and a cranberry juice, a mixed carrot and fruit juice, and an oat milk had too much cadmium.
These tested drinks included things like fruit juices, plant-based milks, sodas, and teas that you find in grocery stores.
Mixed fruit juices and plant-based milks (like oat and almond) were often the ones with higher metal levels.
Among the 25 different harmful metals and elements measured, seven went over the drinking water standards in some of the drinks.
Why it's important
While adults usually drink these beverages in smaller amounts than water, parents should be cautious about giving them to children.
The study's authors want to do more research to see how consuming these metals in drinks affects both children and adults.
They hope this study makes people think more about what they drink, but they also say it's essential to remember that it's the amount of these harmful substances that matters, so everything in moderation is key.
