For the first four to six months, babies get their nutrients from breast milk or formula. Rice cereal is often one of the first solid foods introduced into a baby’s diet, with various baby foods following soon afterward. The vitamins and minerals contained in these foods are important components in child development. At the same time, harmful or toxic substances ingested by infants can cause significant problems.
Did you know that multiple companies producing and selling baby food are named in product liability lawsuits? These suits allege that baby foods containing heavy metals are directly responsible for many children developing ADHD, autism, and other neurodevelopmental disorders. If you believe that contaminated baby food harmed your child, call a knowledgeable Palatine, IL personal injury lawyer right away.