A study published earlier this week found several dark chocolate products may be contaminated with heavy metals, setting off concerns about overexposure. For the analysis, published in the journal Frontiers, researchers purchased and tested 72 different dark chocolate products for heavy metal contamination between 2014 and 2022. Additionally, organic dark chocolate products had higher levels of metal contamination than non-organic products. Frame and the other experts added that moderation is key -- suggesting a one-ounce serving size of dark chocolate. Heavy metals found in some dark chocolate, not 'cause for alarm’: Experts originally appeared on abcnews.go.com

Source: ABC News August 02, 2024 23:07 UTC