CPI Home. After more than twenty years of basic and applied research, nanotechnologies are gaining in commercial use.
But it has been difficult to find out how many “nano” consumer products are on the market and which merchandise could be called “nano.” While not comprehensive, this inventory gives the public the best available look at the 1,600+ manufacturer-identified nanotechnology-based consumer products introduced to the market. This "living" inventory is a resource for consumers, citizens, policymakers, and others who are interested in learning about how nanotechnology is entering the marketplace. We recently published a paper about this inventory. Please see it here: Vance, M. Browse Browse products by name, category, company, country and more. Azodicarbonamide in Our Food: How Toxic Is It? How about some azodicarbonamide with your bagel this morning?
I found it in my own kitchen, listed among the ingredients of a popular supermarket brand. Learn more details about the infamous toxic Subway sandwich bread additive banned in other countries. Dr. Edward Group | globalhealingcenter.com The recent revelation that Subway bread contains azodicarbonamide has gotten a lot of attention. But still, what is azodicarbonamide? 1. The primary function of azodicarbonamide is centered on the way it breaks down during processing — it creates tiny bubbles that make things “foamy.” 2. Oxidizing agents like azodicarbonamide are used to increase gluten content. 3. Research has established a direct link between exposure to azodicarbonamide and the onset of asthma. [3] According to a World Health Organization (WHO) follow-up report, regular occupational exposure to azodicarbonamide can lead to asthma and allergies. 4. 5. 6. The other half of the gruesome twosome is no better. The Common Toxin Lurking in Your Pantry Causing Obesity, Diabetes, Infertility and a Range of Unpleasant Side Effects.
Carolanne Wright, GuestWaking Times Typically, individuals concerned about health read labels and question if the food they consume will promote vitality and balance.
So it’s particularly disturbing when a hazardous ingredient is allowed to infiltrate the food supply under a misleading name that hides its true identity. Thanks to the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), we now have monosodium glutamate (MSG) covertly present in food, as well as crops that are sprayed with a noxious pesticide riddled with the toxin. For those who believe buying organic produce and shopping at natural markets will protect you from this brain damaging, disease promoting agent – think again.
Health disorders triggered by flavor enhancer If you experience migraine headaches, brain fog, weight gain or have hyperactive children, the culprit may be hidden within your favorite food. By any other name The toxin can also be labeled as “natural flavor” or “spice.” Sources: 2013-2020/pizzahut_cheese.pdf.
12 Foods Most People Don't Know Are Dyed or Adulterated. Karen Foster, Prevent DiseaseWaking Times Orange cheddar cheese comes to mind as one of many foods people don’t realize is dyed.
While some food coloring and adulterations are less harmful than others, many exist as toxic threats in the food supply. Almost any food you buy that is not its natural color has the potential of being adulterated, even if purchased from a reputable grocery retailer. Food fraud was recently defined in a report funded by the National Center for Food Protection and Defense (University of Minnesota) as a collective term that encompasses the deliberate substitution, addition, tampering or misrepresentation of food, food ingredients or food packaging, or false or misleading statements made about a product for economic gain. To my knowledge there are no cows that produce orange milk. Solution: Stick to white cheddar. Olive oil is one of the most adulterated foods on Earth.
Turmeric powder is added to many foods to enhance yellow tints and colors. Solution: