{"id":13993,"date":"2026-07-22T23:00:54","date_gmt":"2026-07-22T18:00:54","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/usnews-14267fa.ingress-comporellon.ewp.live\/?p=13993"},"modified":"2026-07-22T23:00:54","modified_gmt":"2026-07-22T18:00:54","slug":"detox-pills-fly-off-shelves-as-tiktok-accused-of-selling-toxic-jewelry","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/usnews-14267fa.ingress-comporellon.ewp.live\/?p=13993","title":{"rendered":"Detox pills fly off shelves as TikTok accused of selling toxic jewelry"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><script>\r\n  atOptions = {\r\n    'key' : '644b717812d811d6a1c1fc5b6ccd6fa6',\r\n    'format' : 'iframe',\r\n    'height' : 90,\r\n    'width' : 728,\r\n    'params' : {}\r\n  };\r\n<\/script>\r\n<script src=\"https:\/\/www.highperformanceformat.com\/644b717812d811d6a1c1fc5b6ccd6fa6\/invoke.js\"><\/script>\r\n<br \/>\n<\/p>\n<div>\n<aside class=\"commerce-disclosure\">\n\t\tNew York Post may be compensated and\/or receive an affiliate commission if you click or buy through our links. Featured pricing is subject to change.<br \/>\n\t<\/aside>\n<p>People are ticked off at TikTok Shop.<\/p>\n<p>Both Amazon and the social media platform have been <a href=\"https:\/\/nypost.com\/2026\/07\/20\/health\/amazon-tiktok-shop-selling-jewelry-made-of-toxic-metal-that-causes-cancer\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">accused<\/a> of selling jewelry that contains unhealthy levels of cadmium. The investigation by <a href=\"https:\/\/www.thetimes.com\/uk\/healthcare\/article\/jewellery-carcinogen-amazon-tiktok-zrl6tcmxf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">The Sunday Times<\/a> found that a charm bracelet sold on TikTok Shop reportedly contained nearly 3,300 times the UK limit. <\/p>\n<aside class=\"single__inline-module alignright\">\n\t<\/aside>\n<p>Cadmium is a silvery-white toxic metal, often found in batteries, tobacco smoke and sometimes <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sciencedirect.com\/science\/article\/abs\/pii\/S0048969720364561\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">jewelry<\/a>. It has been linked to a myriad of health issues affecting the liver, kidneys and lungs. Long-term exposure to high levels of cadmium has also been associated with an <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cancer.gov\/about-cancer\/causes-prevention\/risk\/substances\/cadmium\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">increased risk of lung cancer<\/a>. According to the National Cancer Institute, avoiding tobacco smoke, properly disposing of nickel\u2013cadmium batteries and taking other precautions is the best way to minimize exposure.<\/p>\n<p>One way some people remove potential toxins from their system is <a href=\"https:\/\/nypost.com\/shopping\/best-heavy-metal-detox-supplements\/\">heavy metal detox supplements<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>These products are packed with different herbs and minerals meant to help the body flush out toxic metals such as lead, mercury \u2014 and even cadmium. 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I feel more balanced, lighter and energized every day.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>The formula is non-GMO, manufactured in a GMP-certified facility, and third-party tested for quality. As with any dietary supplement, it\u2019s a good idea to consult your physician before use, especially if you have any underlying health conditions.<\/p>\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n<p>This article was written by <a href=\"https:\/\/nypost.com\/author\/miska-salemann\/\">Miska Salemann<\/a>, New York Post Commerce Writer\/Reporter. As a health-forward member of Gen Z, Miska seeks out experts to weigh in on the benefits, safety and designs of both trending and tried-and-true fitness equipment, workout clothing, dietary supplements and more. 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