"Decaf Coffee: Debunking Health Advocacy Claims"

Health advocacy groups are petitioning the FDA to ban methylene chloride, a chemical used in the decaffeination process, due to cancer concerns. While the FDA allows its use with residue limits, experts argue that the regulation is outdated and that safer decaffeination methods are available. Consumers are advised to look for solvent-free, Swiss Water processed, or certified organic decaf coffee to avoid potential exposure to methylene chloride.