by Denise Wauters
Florida health officials have released new bread testing results aimed at giving families clearer information about commonly consumed food products. The findings are part of the state’s Healthy Florida First initiative, which focuses on food safety, transparency, and public access to testing data.
Among the bread products where glyphosate was detected were a mix of well-known and commonly purchased brands, including Nature’s Own Butter Bread, Nature’s Own Perfectly Crafted White, Wonder Bread Classic White, Sara Lee Honey Wheat, Dave’s Killer Bread White Done Right, and Dave’s Killer Bread 21 Whole Grains.
The Florida Department of Health tested eight bread products across five national brands commonly available in Florida grocery stores. According to the results, glyphosate was detected in six of the eight bread products tested. Glyphosate is a widely used herbicide commonly applied in agricultural production to control weeds.
State officials said the purpose of the testing is to provide consumers with accessible information and encourage accountability through transparency, rather than to restrict products or create unnecessary alarm.
Part of a Larger Food Transparency Effort
The bread testing follows two earlier food testing efforts released under the Healthy Florida First initiative.
In a previous release, the Florida Department of Health analyzed 24 infant formula products across seven major brands, purchased both online and in stores throughout Florida. That testing reviewed samples for heavy metals and pesticides and identified elevated levels of certain substances when compared to health-based screening benchmarks.
The state also released candy testing results, in which 46 candy products from 10 companies were tested for heavy metals. Arsenic was detected in 28 of the products tested, prompting additional evaluation of potential exposure—particularly for children, who may consume candy more frequently or in smaller body-weight amounts.
Together, the infant formula, candy, and bread testing efforts are intended to give families more insight into everyday foods and support informed decision-making.
Where to Find the Full Results
The complete bread testing results, along with the previously released infant formula and candy testing data, are publicly available at ExposingFoodToxins.com, where detailed findings and explanations are provided.
