At least 22 toddlers made sick by fruit pouches with lead concerns, FDA and CDC say

The recalled products include WanaBana Apple Cinnamon Fruit Puree Pouches, Schnucks and Weis cinnamon applesauce pouches

U.S. health officials are warning parents to be on the lookout after at least 22 toddlers got sick after consuming recalled fruit pouches in 14 states.

The Food and Drug Administration (FDA), Centers for Disease Control (CDC) and Prevention and state health authorities said there are at least 22 cases of children between ages 1-3 who have high blood lead levels after eating WanaBana Apple Cinnamon Fruit Purée pouches.

The illnesses were reported after the FDA issued a safety alert for several brands of products, including Schnucks Cinnamon-Flavored Applesauce pouches and variety pack and certain Weis cinnamon applesauce pouches, which were subject to recall.

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