Food Toxicity

Red Color In Foods

Artificial Red Color 40 Banned In The U.S.?

Red 40 is a synthetic dye widely used in processed foods, beverages, candies, and cosmetics. The food and cosmetic industry loves to use it for its bright red color, and it is often found in items that are vibrant in color or marketed to children. Red 40 may appear in ingredient lists as: Rumors are […]

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Deep Frying Oil

Are You Deep Frying In Bad Oil? How To Spot Rancidity

I have to admit, I love to deep fry foods. The high heat of deep frying can add flavor, making foods taste more decadent and savory. It creates a delicious, crispy exterior while keeping the inside moist and tender. The Maillard reaction, which occurs during frying, adds depth and complexity to the flavor profile. The

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cinnamon lead poisoning

How Lead Toxicity Impacts Our Diet and Health: Cinnamon Recall

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) recently called for a cinnamon recall due to concerns about harmful lead found in certain foods. Lead poisoning is a health risk associated with the environment that can have long-term effects on people, especially in young children. In this blog post, we will discuss the different sources of

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Processed Foods

The Lurking Chemicals In Processed Foods

One hidden hazard in our daily diet is PFAS, or ‘forever chemicals’, which are especially prevalent in processed foods. Recent research highlights a troubling connection between the consumption of everyday items like butter and processed meat and the increased levels of toxic Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) in our blood over time. (Seshasayee et al.,

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