Additive

Known as

Used in

Reasons to avoid

Aspartame

E951

So-called "diet” or “sugar free” products (including diet coke, coke zero), jello, desserts, sugar free gum, drink mixes, table top sweeteners, cereal, breath- mints, puddings, kool-aid, ice tea, chewable vitamins, toothpaste, cough syrup

Aspartame is not your friend. Aspartame is a neurotoxin and carcinogen. Known to erode intelligence and affect short- term memory, the components of this toxic sweetener may lead to a wide variety of ailments including brain tumor, diseases like lymphoma, diabetes, multiple sclerosis, Parkinson's, Alzheimer's, fibromyalgia, chronic fatigue, depression and anxiety attacks, dizziness, headaches, nausea, mental confusion, and seizures.

High Fructose Corn

Syrup

HFCS

most processed foods, bread, candy, flavored yogurts, salad dressings, canned vegetables, cereals

High fructose corn syrup (HFCS) is a highly-refined artificial sweetener which has become the number one source of calories in America. HFCS packs on the pounds faster than any other ingredient increase your LDL (“bad”) cholesterol levels and contributes to the development of obesity and diabetes.

Monosodium

Glutamate

MSG / E621

Chinese food, potato chips, many snacks, chips, cookies, seasonings, most Campbell Soup products, frozen dinners, lunch meats

MSG is used as a flavor enhancer but also effects the neurological pathways of the brain and disengages the "I'm full" function which results, for many, in weight gain. MSG is an excitotoxin, and regular consumption may result in depression, disorientation, eye damage, fatigue, headaches, and obesity.

Trans Fat

Partially hydrogenated vegetable oils

margarine, chips, and crackers, baked goods, fast foods

Trans fat increases LDL cholesterol levels while decreasing HDL (“good”) cholesterol, increases the risk of heart attacks, heart disease and strokes, and contributes to increased inflammation, diabetes and other health problems.

Food Dyes

Blue #1 & Blue #2

Red #3 & Red #40

Yellow #6 & Yellow

Tartrazine

E133 E124

E110 E102

fruit cocktail, maraschino cherries, cherry pie mix, ice cream, candy, bakery products, American cheese, macaroni and cheese

Artificial colorings, may contribute to behavioral problems like

ADD and ADHD in children and lead to a significant reduction in IQ. Animal studies have linked other food

colorings to cancer.

Sodium Sulphite

E221

wine and dried fruit

According to the FDA, approximately one in 100 people are sensitive to sulfites in food. Individuals who are sulfite sensitive may experience asthma, headaches, breathing problems and rashes.

Sodium Nitrate/Sodium Nitrite

E250

hotdogs, bacon, ham, luncheon meat, cured meats, corned beef, smoked fish or any other type of processed meat

Sodium Nitrate is the chemical that turns meats bright red but it’s highly carcinogenic once it enters the human digestive system. There, it forms a variety of nitrosamine compounds that enter the bloodstream and wreak havoc with a number

of internal organs: the liver and pancreas in particular. This toxic chemical is linked to many cancers.

BHA and BHT

E320

used as a preservative in potato chips, gum, cereal, frozen sausages, enriched rice, lard, shortening, candy, jello

This common preservative keep foods from changing color, changing the flavor or becoming rancid. Effects the neurological system of the brain, alters behavior and has potential to cause cancer. BHA and BHT are oxidants which form

cancer-causing reactive compounds in your body.

Sulphur Dioxide

E220

used as a preservative in beers, soft drinks, dried fruit, juices, cordials, wine, vinegar, and potato products

Sulphur additives are toxic. Adverse reactions include bronchial problems, asthma, hypotension, flushing tingling sensations or anaphylactic shock. It destroys vitamins B1 and E in the body. Not recommended for consumption by children.

Potassium Bromate

E924

used to increase volume in bread and bread-rolls

Potassium bromate is known to cause cancer in animals. Even small amounts in bread can create problems for humans.