Varied food intake to keep the heavy metals in check
Heavy metal concentrations did not exceed the maximum amounts given. Food Safety Authority Evira emp…Heavy metal concentrations did not exceed the maximum amounts given. Food Safety Authority Evira emphasizes that a balanced diet is the best way to avoid potential food substances in harmful effects.
The Swedish National Food Authority Livsmedelsverket is released 01/23/2013 on the results of certain heavy metals and mineral content of food intended for children. The study investigated infant formulas, follow-on formulas, porridges, vellejä, rice, oats and soy beverages and foodstuffs intended for sick children. Studied a total of 92 products were
The tested products contain heavy metals or arsenic, lead and cadmium in varying amounts, but the thresholds were not exceeded, however. The results are in line with results obtained previously in Finland. Mineral studied substances on iron, copper and manganese. The maximum exceedances were identified in three product. Swedish food authorities have tackled these exceedances.
The Swedish results of the study Evira recommends that children under 6 years of age would not be used in food rice drinks. Other research has so far Evira, enter the topic of food use to change the recommendations. Children's diets should continue to follow the instructions in clinic. A balanced diet is the best way to avoid potential food substances in harmful effects.
Of research results, there is no reason to stop the industrial use of baby foods. If a child such as food allergy due to follow a special diet, Evira recommends that changes in diet are placed before the issue would be discussed with your doctor or a nutritionist.
Evira is currently investigating what the Swedish products included in the study is the Finnish market. In addition, Evira is connected to the local supervisory authorities to obtain more information about producers and importers of self-monitoring. On the basis of considering possible further action.
Food Safety Authority Evira are implementing a comprehensive risk assessment, project "Finnish children's exposure to heavy metals - a cumulative risk assessment." The study will be completed in 2014, and with it will be necessary to give any more specific recommendations for use.
