Avoid These Ingredients

Toxic ingredients used by US food manufacturers (Part 2)

As promised, here is the completed list of toxic ingredients used by American food manufacturers. Click here for the complete list. If you happen to spot one or more of these ingredients in your favorite food(s), use it as an opportunity to try something new.

I used to love a good cup of coffee, but realized that I’m sensitive to caffeine, so I switched to decaf. Years later, I ditched the decaf, tried various disappointing coffee substitutes (like this one), and discovered Matcha tea. Matcha is a rich, finely ground, green tea powder that is naturally processed, without the use of chemicals. I love the sustained boost of energy that Matcha provides, iced or warm, sweetened or unsweetened, but enjoy it most as a latte. In fact, I don’t miss the adrenaline spike/crash from caffeine at all.

Toxic Ingredients Used By US Food Manufacturers:

Sodium Nitrite:

Sodium Nitrite is an additive used to preserve meat. When added to processed foods, nitrites are associated with an increased risk of cancer.

Artificial Food Color:

There are 7 articulated dyes found in many food products and beverages, that can cause developmental and behavioral issues in children including Red #3 and #40, Yellow #5 and #6, Blue #1 & #2, and and Green #3.

Monosodium Glutamate (MSG):

While research indicates that Monosodium Glutamate is safe for most people, concern remains regarding its’ potential side effects including headaches, flushing, and chest tightness.

BHA Butylated Hydroxyanisole:

BHA is a preservative used in cured meats & other foods that sources have identified as a possible human carcinogen.

BHT Butylated Hydroxytoluene:

BHT is a preservative cousin of BHA found in cereals & other foods that has been linked by sources as a possible human carcinogen.

Titanium Dioxide:

Titanium Dioxide is a color additive used mostly in candy that may damage DNA.

Potassium Bromate:

Potassium Bromate, which is added to flour in packaged baked goods, has been shown to cause kidney, thyroid, and gastrointestinal cancer in animals and may be carcinogenic to humans.

Propylparaben:

Propylparaben is a preservative used in pastries and some tortillas, that causes developmental and reproductive harm.

Artificial Sweeteners:

Artificial sweeteners can contribute to health issues including heart disease, obesity, and cancer depending on consumption levels.

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