In 2021, a lawsuit was filed against Gerber, citing the heavy level of toxic metals in Gerber’s baby food. The suit alleges that Gerber knew about the dangerous levels of metals- pointing to potential health concerns like neurological disorders. Arsenic, lead, mercury, and cadmium were all reported to be above safe levels. You can read about the lawsuit here. The lawsuit appears to be still pending, and Gerber baby food is still being sold on store shelves. This lawsuit and other concerns have led many consumers to ask what is the safest food for their baby.