FRIENDS, AS A PASSIONATE HEALTH ADVOCATE and PEOPLE ADVOCATE, I WILL NOT HIDE TRUE INFORMATION YOU SHOULD KNOW. SO I WILL LET LOOSE ON THOSE MANUFACTURERS NOW THAT SO MANY OF US ARE FED-UP WITH and INDIGNANT ABOUT. THANKS TO WHISTLE BLOWERS and MORE GENUINE HEALTH SCIENTISTS and RESEARCHERS, WE CAN TARE DOWN FALSE INFORMATION and ARGUMENTS OF THOSE WHO ARE PAID TO TELL OUTRAGEOUS DELIBERATE LIES ABOUT CHEMICAL ADDITIVES WE FIND IN SO MANY FOOD PRODUCTS THAT ARE MAKING SO MANY PEOPLE (children included) SICK IN NO SMALL WAY. NOTE: THIS ARTICLE INCLUDES THREE SO-CALLED SAFE SWEETENERS, SO DON'T MISS THEM. RIGHT? I REALLY DON'T LIKE IT WHEN PEOPLE ARE JUPED! THOSE MANUFACTURERS DON'T CARE WHAT THEY DO TO YOUR HEALTH - MERCILESS TYRANTS THEY ARE!
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MSG: Adverse Effects appear in some asthmatic people, should Not be permitted in foods for Infants and Children as it could damage the nervous system. To be avoided. It can kill nerve cells, resulting in diseases such as Alzheimer's and Parkinson's. Pregnant women, children, hypoglycaemic, elderly and those with heart disease are at Risk from reactions. Heart palpitations, Headaches, Dizziness, Muscle tightening, Nausea, Weakness of the upper arms, Neck pain, Migraine, Hyperactivity, Asthma, Urticaria, Insomnia. Can cause adverse reactions, allergies, aspirin sensitivity, overweight, obesity and up to 40% increase in appetite.
Maltodextrin: is also listed which is a highly Processed Form of Sugar, some Health Manufacturers get away with using in Fruit Powders. Maltodextrin are absorbed so rapidly, it results in a rapid rise in blood sugar immediately after consumption – a problem for Diabetics or if someone has Insulin Resistance. It can cause allergic reactions like cramping and skin irritations. It also can be dangerous for you if you have gluten intolerance or celiac disease. And is also known to cause weight gain in some people.
Aspartame and Artificial Sweeteners
The artificial sweetener aspartame is found in Equal and NutraSweet, these aren't just used in 'diet' drinks and 'diet' foods. You can find them in some rice crackers, yoghurts, snacks, desserts, mints, cordials, juices, vitamins and medicines, which consumers wouldn't be aware of. Aspartame is considered by some to be the most dangerous additive on the market that is able to be added to our foods. Aspartame is an excitotoxin like MSG, excessive exposure to them can cause damage to the brain cells, children, infants and pregnant women (to protect the fetus) are most at risk and should never be given to children. It's come to light that aspartame is being renamed to Amino Sweet (we won't be fooled though) check out this article.
Health Concerns and Adverse Reactions: headaches, migraines, dizziness, seizures, skin rashes, depression, fatigue, irritability, insomnia, vision problems, heart palpitations, breathing difficulties, slurred speech, vertigo, tinnitus, memory loss, joint pain, increase risk for heart, kidney, and brain damage.
The most common Artificial Sweeteners in Australia are Aspartame, Saccharin, Acesulphame Potassium, Sucralose and Cyclamates but food manufacturers will show better sounding names on their labels, such as NutraSweet, Equal, Splenda, Sweet and Low. Artificial Sweeteners are suspected Carcinogens and as people get more concerned, food companies are using some New Sweeteners and labelling them 'Natural'. Sorbitol 420, Mannitol 421, Isomalt 953, Lactitol 966, Xylitol 967, Erythritol 968 and Polydextrose 1200, all of these Sugar-Free Sweeteners are known to cause gastric upsets and diarrhoea in moderate consumption. They are called sugar alcohols or polyols but they don't contain sugar or alcohol. Best Avoided, they cause me terrible stomach cramps and diahorrea. Source
Did you notice Xylitol and Erythritol above? People consider them Safe and some Manufacturers were told they are, but much has come to light against the use of them in recent years. Sorry to tell you that the so trusted Stevia has joined the List too, as a previous advocate and promoter Bruce Fife (Nutritionist, Naturopath, Extensive Researcher and Prolific Health Author) will tell you. He has written a Book called The Stevia Deception: The Hidden Dangers of Low-Calorie Sweeteners HERE on Amazon Australia.
Preservatives found to cause problems:
Sulphites (220 - 228) - We get sulphur naturally from vegetables and protein, our body needs this form for good health, but it's not the sulphur I'm talking about. It's Sulphur Dioxide 220 and other Sulphites 221 - 228. You find them in dried fruit, wine, jam, bread, cheese and processed meats. Most dried fruit is preserved by the use of sulphur dioxide 220, they are commonly coated in vegetable oil as a preservative too and the oil can contain antioxidants. A big concern is that dried fruit-based snacks are eaten by children. Sulphites should be avoided if you are asthmatic, other adverse health problems are: heart damage, behavioural issues, diarrhoea, gastric irritation, liver toxicity, rashes, bronchitis.
Proprionates (280 - 283) - This group of preservatives are a common ingredient found in breads, bakery products and pastas. It's added to bread to extend the shelf life, make it soft and fluffy and stop mould. Proprionates are associated with an array of adverse health problems including behavioural and learning problems, lethargy, gastro-intestinal problems, migraines, irritability, depression, sleep disturbances and growing pains. These same symptoms can distress babies who are exposed through breast milk. Researching this group of preservatives I found that they were prohibited in foods for infants but many toddlers and young children are given toast for breakfast and a sandwich for lunch, which concerns me greatly.
Benzoates (210 - 213) - The preservative benzoate is found in soft drinks and particularly cordials. They are also considered dangerous for asthmatics and people sensitive to Asprin (salicylates). Benzoates have a reputation as one of the worst additives that provoke behavioural and learning problems in children. They are also linked to eye and skin irritation and gastric burning. Sodium Benzoate 211, is associated also with liver and kidney health issues.
Antioxidants BHA (320) and BHT (321) - These are probably the most common suspect antioxidants to avoid. (BHA is Butylated hydroxyanisole and BHT is Butylated hydroxytoluene). Food companies use these in products that have oils and fats in their products to prevent oils going rancid and to give them a much longer shelf life for the manufacturer. You find them in sweet and savoury biscuits (cookies), margarine, peanut butter, frozen foods, mayonnaise, even though they're prohibited in food for infants and young children. They are a particular concern as they accumulate in the body fat, so levels increase over time as more and more is consumed. They are a known animal carcinogen and a suspected human carcinogen. Apart from their strong links to cancer, they can disrupt the body's hormone balance. (The EU has banned these antioxidants). Source
Nitrates and Nitrites
What are they? Sodium nitrate (250) and sodium nitrite (251) are chemicals found commonly in processed and cured meats. You will find them in ham, salami, cabana, polony, bacon, sausages, frankfurters, hot dogs etc. They are used to preserve meat and give it its pink/red colour, they can fix the colour in old meat to look vibrant again. They are also used to keep bacteria from growing in meat to prevent it from going off as quickly. It's the synthetic additive that includes sodium or potassium nitrates and nitrites that are the big concern, it's not the natural nitrates that occur naturally in green leafy vegetables, beetroot and celery or in some fruits.
Health Concerns and Adverse Reactions: These additives are widely considered to be toxic. Nitrites are capable of entering the bloodstream and change the nature of red blood cells. Nitrates are also known to cause problems to the liver and pancreas and when sodium nitrate combines with stomach acid, it can produce nitrosamines (these have recently been linked to an increased risk of pancreatic and colon cancer). Hyperactivity, behavioural issues, asthma, headaches, dizziness, kidney inflammation, suspected carcinogenic. It is prohibited in foods for infants and young children, but it's in polony, sausages, hot dogs, and lunch meats that young children eat. Source
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Because as a Researcher, I am aware of some EXCELLENT READING out there through Book Titles and Kindle Titles - some of which have Audio Book Titles through Audible in Australia or Amazon Overseas - I am commencing a new category in my Blog here on Ours Australia called Recommended Books To Read! Today that will give you some Real Insights on "What's What" in the important area of Health because 1. there is so much deliberate Misleading Information out there people are being Duped by to the Expense of their Health and 2. if you are Interested to be Well Informed or Knowledgeable about Health; how much Natural Health has to offer You and New Discoveries by True Genuine Experts - not phony ones with 'diplomas' You can be Better Informed and experience Better Health. To me, Good Health = Happiness (I have been both sides) that's why I like to be a Health Advocate and a People Advocate. OK?
Good Tips and Recommendations like this will be there!
The Chemical Maze book by Bill Statham was written to make it simpler and easier to recognize food additives and cosmetic ingredients having the potential to cause discomfort and ill-health. With this recognition comes freedom of choice and for many a new lease on life. HERE
On his Website, he has made a Pocket Book to use as a Shopping Companion - I bought at a local Market Years ago - a Bookshelf Companion to sit down with AND a Digital APP available through the Apple Store and Google Play.
When Shopping, the APP is a time saver! It has 1 or 2 Smiley Faces, Sad or Neutral for Quick Glance Guidance, plus some brief Vital Info for each Item listed. I have a Pocket Book also - it's a fabulous little Gem! And the APP more recently - it's really Great. You should try it!
Bill, The Visionary
Bill Statham lives in the picturesque Gippsland region of Victoria. He is a Researcher and Writer with an interest in True Health Education and a Commitment to making a positive difference to the Health of people and the environment. Bill studied and practised Homeopathy both in Australia and the UK for over ten years. During this time he became increasingly concerned about the detrimental effects on Health caused by Synthetic Chemicals in the Foods we Eat and Cosmetic and Personal Products we use every day.