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there’s lead in our soil, dust and air,” Fugere said. “Do I feel good about eating a piece of chocolate that may also contain lead? Each person can make their own decision.” Healthy ...

The results of Consumer Reports' dark chocolate test. (Courtesy of Consumer Reports) “With cadmium, the research has shown that if you have soil where you grow the chocolate plants in that has ...

Reducing wet cocoa bean contact with soil and dust can lower lead in chocolate by 10% to more than 25%, according to co-author and toxicologist Michael DiBartolomeis. Sponsor Message Other ways to ...

Chocolate makers could start by surveying soil in places where cacao is grown, and favoring plants from regions with lower levels. When needed, beans from regions with more cadmium could be ...