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Clean Label Project Report Finds Lead in 99% of Top Cat Foods

A new investigation by the nonprofit Clean Label Project found that nearly all top-selling cat foods contain toxic contaminants. Testing 100 products from 62 brands, the report detected lead in 99% of samples, cadmium in 96%, and arsenic in 94%. While the study does not prove these levels cause immediate harm, it highlights significant differences in contamination based on protein type and food format, urging owners to vary diets and question 'natural' labels.

via 14 News|

#cat-nutrition #clean-label-project #health-and-pets

health-and-science6 days ago

Clean Label Project report reveals toxic contaminants in 99% of top-selling cat foods

A new investigation by the nonprofit Clean Label Project tested 100 top-selling cat foods from 62 brands and found toxic contaminants in nearly all samples. Lead was detected in 99% of the products, while cadmium and arsenic appeared in 96% and 94% respectively. The study also identified toxic plastic chemicals and the herbicide glyphosate across wet, dry, and freeze-dried varieties. Fish-based foods showed higher levels of mercury and cadmium, whereas chicken-based options had higher rates of lead and herbicides. Experts warn that chronic exposure to these substances may accumulate in cats over time, potentially contributing to kidney disease, though the pet food industry maintains that current safety protocols ensure product safety.

via WSMV|

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health-and-science7 days ago•1 min saved

Clean Label Project Report Detects Lead in 99% of Cat Food Samples

A new report by the Clean Label Project reveals that lead was found in 99% of 100 tested cat food products, with cadmium and arsenic also present in the vast majority. Fish-based foods showed significantly higher mercury levels, while dry food contained more lead than wet or air-dried options. The study notes these findings do not necessarily indicate immediate safety risks but highlight contamination patterns across brands.

via USA Today|

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health7 days ago•215 min saved

Study finds lead, mercury, and pesticides in nearly all top-selling cat foods

A new investigation by the Clean Label Project found that nearly all tested cat foods contain toxic contaminants, including lead, mercury, arsenic, and the herbicide glyphosate. The study analyzed 100 top-selling products from 62 brands, revealing that lead was present in 99% of samples and cadmium in 96%. While the industry argues that rigorous safety protocols ensure product safety, experts warn that chronic exposure to these heavy metals and plastic chemicals like phthalates may accumulate in cats over time, potentially contributing to health issues such as kidney disease. The report highlights that premium or 'natural' labels do not guarantee purity, with fish-based foods showing significantly higher mercury levels than poultry-based options.

via CNN|

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business8 months ago•12 min saved

Three kid-friendly brands that ditch the hidden ingredients

A mom spent two years researching the best healthier kids’ food brands and highlights Little Spoon, Cerebelly, and Once Upon a Farm for their clean labels, stage-based nutrition, and convenience. Each brand emphasizes minimal processing and third-party testing, with Little Spoon offering broad product variety, Cerebelly focusing on brain-development nutrients, and Once Upon a Farm delivering farm-fresh, organic options. Trade-offs include refrigeration needs, limited meal options for Cerebelly, and higher costs, but all aim to reduce hidden additives and give parents trustworthy choices.

via New York Post|

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