That viral post about lead in your matcha isn't telling you the whole story, and as a former environmental toxins attorney, I'm tired of watching fear-based misinformation spread.

Recent sensationalized reports about lead in food have created unnecessary panic, especially around brands like Pique Tea's matcha and Redmond Salt. While no amount of lead is technically "safe," context matters - we live in a world where trace amounts of lead exist naturally in soil, meaning it's present in many healthy, organic foods we eat daily.

The science is clear: when you look at actual serving sizes and compare them to FDA guidelines, many of these "shocking" reports are missing crucial context. 

For example, Pique Tea's matcha contains just 0.14 micrograms of lead per serving - four times lower than California's strict Prop 65 limits, and well within safe consumption guidelines.

In this episode, I break down the real numbers, explain what safety levels actually mean, and give you the clarity you need to make informed decisions about your food. Whether you're concerned about recent food safety reports or just want to understand how to interpret these numbers, you'll learn how to separate facts from fear-based marketing.

In today's episode, we're chatting about: 

• How to understand parts per billion and what these measurements actually mean 

• Why California's Prop 65 warnings appear on organic vegetables 

• The truth about lead in soil and how it affects our food supply 

• Real numbers and context behind recent viral food safety posts 

• Practical guidelines for making informed decisions about food safety

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