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George Washington University researchers find significant contamination in many cocoa products, with organic chocolate showing higher levels of lead and cadmium.
- 43% of tested products exceeded California's safety limits for lead.
- 35% of products had cadmium levels above recommended thresholds.
- Organic chocolate contained more lead and cadmium than non-organic varieties.
- Most products were within FDA safety standards, but caution is advised with portion sizes.
- Health risks are minimal for moderate consumers, but frequent consumption could pose concerns.
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