Does cocoa naturally have cadmium? A look at soil, sourcing, and health
                                
                                
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                                Cadmium, a naturally occurring heavy metal, can be found in the Earth's crust, especially in volcanic and sedimentary soils. Because of this, it is true that cocoa trees, which absorb minerals from the soil, will also naturally have cadmium present in their beans.