Is your toothpaste putting your health at risk? A new report says yes—especially when it comes to toxic metals in toothpaste.
Recent third-party lab testing conducted by the nonprofit Lead Safe Mama has uncovered disturbing levels of toxic metals in toothpaste, including lead, arsenic, mercury, and cadmium. The results, first reported by Fortune, are a wake-up call for consumers and healthcare providers alike.
Out of 53 widely used toothpaste brands tested:
These findings far exceed the safety thresholds proposed in the Baby Food Safety Act of 2021, which aimed to limit heavy metals in products consumed by children.
Some toothpaste products tested over 500 parts per billion (ppb) of lead—far beyond these suggested limits.
“The discovery of heavy metals in everyday products like toothpaste is a stark reminder that modern toxicity is not just an environmental issue—it’s a personal health crisis. At MDLifespan, we’ve seen firsthand how even low-level exposure can disrupt biological systems, fuel chronic inflammation, and silently accelerate disease. Detoxification isn’t optional anymore—it’s essential.”
— Dr. Paul Savage, Founder and Chief Medical Officer, MDLifespan
Exposure to toxic metals in toothpaste can have serious consequences. At MDLifespan, we understand how chronic, low-level toxin exposure fuels systemic inflammation—a known driver of fatigue, cognitive decline, and degenerative disease.
Even small amounts of exposure over time can lead to toxin accumulation in the body, increasing health risks in both children and adults.
Contamination may originate from ingredients like:
These natural ingredients may carry heavy metal residues from the environment, depending on where and how they are sourced.
Fortunately, not all toothpastes are toxic. Lead Safe Mama identified five safe toothpaste brands that tested non-detectable for all four heavy metals:
We recommend reading ingredient labels and choosing brands with third-party safety testing.
At MDLifespan, we go beyond prevention. Our patented PlasmaXchange™ Protocol is designed to help safely remove accumulated toxic metals from your bloodstream using Therapeutic Plasma Exchange (TPE).
Whether you’re managing chronic symptoms or aiming to prevent long-term exposure-related disease, our protocols can help you:
To learn more, download our GET MDL CLEAN Guidebook for natural detox strategies and see how our solutions can support your long-term health.
Takeaway: Toxic metals in toothpaste are more common than you think. Arm yourself with knowledge—and tools—to protect your health.
To read the original article in Fortune, click here: https://fortune.com/well/article/toothpaste-brands-toxic-metals-lead-arsenic-mercury-cadmium