When you shop forgroceries, you probably don’t look at the longlist of ingredientson the back.
There are some food ingredients still allowed in the U.S. butbanned in other countries.
And they’re banned for a reason.
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Many of themlead to severe health issues.
Some companies have taken things into their own hands.
Next, check outThe Worst Foods That Have Been Linked to Cancer.
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Azodicarbonamide
This chemical compound found in yoga mats can also be found in some cereal and bread.
TheWorld Health Organizationreported that the chemical may cause asthma and other respiratory issues.
AfterSubway announcedthey were removing the chemical from their bread in 2014, many fast-food chains followed.
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However, many dairy farmers have boycotted rBGH, so it will not appear in all dairy products.
Yetrecent lawsuitsagainst McDonald’s and Burger King show that they haven’t quite banned PFAS yet.
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