What's in your food?
Harmful Substances in American Products Not Found Overseas Harmful Substances in American Products Not Found Overseas This article explores substances commonly found in American products that are banned in other countries due to consumer protection laws. Banned Substances and Their Effects Dough Conditioners: Used in bread to improve texture. Potassium bromate and azodicarbonamide can cause respiratory issues and are potential carcinogens. Banned in the EU, Canada, and others [source: foodrevolution.org]【13†source】. Brominated Vegetable Oil (BVO): Initially a flame retardant, found in sports drinks and sodas. Causes tissue accumulation and health issues. Banned in Europe and Japan [source: foodrevolution.org]【13†source】. Propylparaben: A preservative linked to hormone disruption and reproductive issues. Banned in the EU [source: foodrevolution.org]【13†source】. BHA and BHT: Antioxidants used in various foods, linked t