Food
Low burden — Dark Chocolate (Heavy Metals) is a relatively low-burden choice.
Cocoa-heavy dark chocolate eaten regularly.
Each driver rated 0 (none) to 10 (worst)
Evidence strength: strong · Detox Score = 100 − hazard×4.6 − exposure×3.4 − persistence×2.6, clamped 1–100.
A Detox Score of 68 places dark chocolate (heavy metals) in the Low band. None of the three drivers is severe, which keeps the burden manageable. Cocoa can carry trace cadmium and lead from soil and processing. Occasional squares are fine; the concern is large daily amounts, especially for children.
Dark Chocolate (Heavy Metals) has a Detox Score of 68 out of 100 (Low burden), which means it is a relatively low-burden choice. Cocoa can carry trace cadmium and lead from soil and processing. Occasional squares are fine; the concern is large daily amounts, especially for children.
A lower-exposure swap for dark chocolate (heavy metals) is: Enjoy in moderation and favour brands that publish third-party heavy-metal testing. Cocoa can carry trace cadmium and lead from soil and processing. Occasional squares are fine; the concern is large daily amounts, especially for children.