2 Idaho children show elevated blood lead levels after consuming recalled applesauce
Two Idaho children experienced elevated levels of lead in their blood after consuming a children’s applesauce product recalled by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, the Idaho Department of Health and Welfare said in a news release Thursday.
The state agency said the children, who live in Elmore and Ada counties, had eaten WanaBana Apple Cinnamon Fruit Purée Pouches, which the company issued a recall notice for on Oct. 30. Health and Welfare did not say when the children had consumed the applesauce or when their blood lead levels were found to be elevated.
An FDA investigation into the recall found 52 similar incidents in 25 states. Health and Welfare noted that the recall included store-brand cinnamon applesauce products from Schnucks and Weis Markets, neither of which operates in Idaho.
Officials said any level of lead in blood is considered unsafe. Anyone who believes their child may have consumed the recalled applesauce should have the child undergo a medical evaluation.
Health and Welfare said lead poisoning often does not show symptoms, but signs can include the following:
- Tiredness or loss of energy;
- Hyperactivity;
- Reduced attention span;
- Irritability or crankiness;
- Poor appetite;
- Weight loss;
- Trouble sleeping;
- Constipation;
- Stomach aches or pains.
This story was originally published November 30, 2023 at 11:08 AM.
