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30 Nov 2011 No Comments

A Is Not for Apple

Remember back in September when Dr. Oz took some heat for raising wide-spread consumer concern about arsenic levels in apple juice?  The FDA was so quick to dispute this, stating that most arsenic in juices and other foods is of the organic type that is “essentially harmless.” They also questioned the methodology of the study that Dr. Oz commissioned.

However, earlier today, Consumer Reports just released a frightening study that found high levels of arsenic in apple and grape juice which sheds more light on Dr. Oz’s claim. The study found that 10 percent of the juices tested by researchers had higher total arsenic levels than the FDA’s standard for drinking water — 10 parts per billion (ppb) — while 25 percent of all juices tested had lead levels higher than the FDA’s bottled water limit of 5 ppb.


I always thought A was for Apple, but it seems that the A might have really been for what was in our store bought apple juice, namely ARSENIC! This is yet another reason for me to buy a juicer. Anyone recommends a good brand?

by Joy in Good To Know, Health, In the News

12 Oct 2011 No Comments

Product Recall: B.O.B. Jogging Strollers

Before you go out on the paths in the park to jog with your little one, note that a recall of jogging strollers has been issued. Be sure to check your wheels before heading out. Yesterday, B.O.B. Trailers Inc.,  announced a voluntary recall of about 411,000 B.O.B.® single and double strollers due to a choking hazard. The stroller canopy’s embroidered logo’s backing patch can detach, posing a choking hazard to babies and young children. Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed. It is illegal to resell or attempt to resell a recalled consumer product. More

by Joy in Good To Know, In the News, Safety

11 May 2011 No Comments

Update on the Phil & Teds Metoo Chairs

Two days ago, I shared with you a safety alert on the Phil & Teds “metoo” chairs by the CPSC. The CPSC said that Phil & Teds “has refused to agree to a national recall of their hazardous product that is acceptable to CPSC.” – That sounded really bad and so disappointing to us, parents who are always trying to protect the welfare of our children.

Phil and Teds has contacted me and told me their side of the story. Here’s what they told me. More

by Joy in Good To Know, Safety

09 May 2011 4 Comments

Safety Alert: Phil & Teds Metoo Chairs

I wanted to pass along the information regarding clip-on “metoo” chairs from Phil & Teds. If you have a “metoo” clip-on chairs by Phil & Teds, like we do,  I urge you to please visit the alert on the CPSC’s website.

The Consumer Product Safety Commission issued a safety alert about tens of thousands of Phil & Teds ”metoo” clamp-on feeding chairs for babies and toddlers. These are not safe because children could be hurt in certain versions of these clip-on tabletop chairs. The CPSC says numerous children – believed to be about a dozen – have been injured. More

by Joy in Good To Know, Safety

30 Sep 2010 3 Comments

Massive Fisher Price Recall

Yet another baby products recall — from one of the biggest and trusted American toy-making companies, Fisher Price.

U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in cooperation with the toys’ manufacturer Fisher Price, announced today the recall of more than 7 million children’s toys  including high chairs, tricycles and play places — citing potential dangers from falling onto certain protruding parts and choking hazards from small parts. More

by Joy in Good To Know, In the News

22 Sep 2010 5 Comments

Similac Formula Recall

To my fellow mommies, if you’re feeding your baby with Similac formula, then it’s time to stop! More

by Joy in Good To Know, In the News

27 Jul 2010 No Comments

Nap Nanny Recall

I thought I would share for any mommies out there who bought a Nap Nanny should be aware that a mass recall has been initiated for the first generation products.We don’t have one, but I considered getting one when I was trying to get the Small Fry to sleep better at night. I know they have gotten more popular in the past 6 months, especially for reflux babies so please be aware of the recall especially if you’re using yours in a crib (which is not recommended by the manufacturer and stated in the product manual). More

by Joy in Good To Know, In the News, Safety

24 Jun 2010 No Comments

Is Your Crib on the List?

Another crib recall was annouced today and this time, they are recalling more than 2 million cribs, most of them drop-sides from SEVEN companies! Recalled brands include: Child Craft, Delta Enterprise Corp., Evenflo, Jardine Enterprises, LaJobi, Million Dollar Baby, & Simmons Juvenile Products Inc. (SJP). More

by Joy in Good To Know, In the News, Safety

21 Jun 2010 1 Comment

Lead In Baby Food?

I know that I’m a little behind in posting this but for those who didn’t know, there had been a lot of online buzz last week about lead found in baby food, juices and other canned food items. More

by Joy in Baby Food, Good To Know, In the News