Dozens of popular candy brands sold in New York were flagged in a new investigation for elevated arsenic levels. The investigation was completed in Florida, but because the candy is sold nationwide, it impacts New YorkersArsenic found in 28 popular candy productsgustavofrazao gustavofrazao loading...A 2026 investigation by the Florida Department of Health found that 28 out of 46, over 60 percent, popular candy products tested for heavy metals contained elevated levels of arsenic. It was conducted to evaluate potential health risks from long-term consumption of these products, particularly in children. Experts note that long-term exposure to arsenic could lead to serious health risks, including cancer in adults and developmental harm in children. Gallery Credit: LibertyLOOK: Counties with the highest cancer rates in New York