Many dark chocolate products are contaminated with lead and cadmium, heavy metals toxic to human health. Experts explain how much chocolate is safe to eat.

The researchers tested 72 dark chocolate bars, cocoa powders and nibs to see if they were contaminated with heavy metals in concentrations higher than those deemed safe by California’s ...

A study recently found that dark chocolate products contained trace amounts of heavy metals. Experts explain why it's likely not cause for concern.

Many dark chocolate products are contaminated with lead and cadmium, heavy metals toxic to human health. Experts explain how much chocolate is safe to eat.

Some dark chocolates contain heavy metals. Should you be concerned? In general, the amount of heavy metals in the tested cocoa products is “not alarming” but it’s something consumers should ...

New research published Wednesday found heavy metals in dark chocolate, the latest in a string of studies to raise concerns about toxins in cocoa products.

A concerning percentage of chocolate products on U.S. grocery store shelves contain levels of heavy metals that exceed guidelines, with the highest concentrations found in organic products, a new ...

Researchers have identified dark chocolate as a source of heavy metal exposure, with organic and non-organic samples containing lead and cadmium.

A study published earlier this week found several dark chocolate products may be contaminated with heavy metals, setting off concerns about overexposure.