Did you know GMO ingredients, harmful chemicals, and toxic additives are hidden in
many food items as well as a large number of multivitamins and supplement products?
Although the vitamin and food industry have learned to label their foods as “natural”,
the truth is that more and more consumers are becoming aware that the word natural
doesn’t mean anything.
Here are also the lists of top toxic ingredients that you should avoid in both processed
foods and supplements:
1. Invisible GMO ingredients:
With the anti-GMO labeling policies in the US, it’s very challenging to know if what you are buying is made from GM ingredients. According to Non-GMO project, here are the lists ingredients (in foods or supplements) that more likely made from GMOs: Amino Acids, Aspartame, Ascorbic Acid (also called vitamin C, but it’s not real vitamin C and it is driven from GM corn), Sodium Ascorbate, Vitamin C (usually derived from corn), Citric Acid, Sodium Citrate, Ethanol, Flavorings (“natural” and “artificial”), Lactic Acid, Maltodextrins (unless it says non-GMO, all Maltodextrins come from GM sources —
corn derivative), Molasses, Monosodium Glutamate, Sucrose (mostly seen in children’s
supplements), High-Fructose Corn Syrup, Hydrolyzed Vegetable Protein, Textured
Vegetable Protein (TVP), Xanthan Gum, Vitamins, Yeast Products.
2. Hydrogenated Oils:
Did you know that besides medications, big pharma manufactures vitamins and
supplements? So it’s very likely that your supplements are not real and contain toxic
chemicals and harmful ingredients such as hydrogenated oils. Hydrogenated oils are also used in many processed foods and baking products. Hydrogenated vegetable oil is made by reacting vegetable oil with hydrogen. When this occurs, the level of polyunsaturated oils (good fat) is reduced and trans fats are created. For example, Hydrogenated soy bean oil is used in many vitamin products as filler. Hydrogenated oils can cause cardiovascular problems, nervous system problems, and diabetes and can block absorption of essential fatty acids.
3. Artificial colors:
Artificial colors are added to supplements and foods to make the appearance of processed foods or supplements more appealing for consumers. Some of the artificial
colorings are driven from toxic coal tar that is also used in the exterior paints and
roofing. Artificial colors have been linked to many health problems such as autism, ADHD, and cancer.
4. Magnesium Stearate:
You probably are wondering what Magnesium Stearate is doing in your supplement?
Well, Magnesium Stearate is used as a lubricant in vitamins to prevent pills and capsules from sticking into the machinery. Stearic acid is also used to stick the pill or capsules together. Both Magnesium Stearate and stearic acid have been linked to many health problems including lower immune system.
5. Titanium oxide:
Titanium oxide is widely used in vitamins as well as cosmetics as filler. Titanium oxide
has been classified in the list of carcinogens that can cause cancer, allergies, auto-immune disorder and organ toxicity.
6. Carrageenan:
Carrageenan is another toxic filler found in many supplements and food products including milk chocolate, milk products, frozen dinner, soups, yogurt and ice cream.
Carrageenan is driven from red seaweed and have been linked to cancer, gastrointestinal problems, inflammation and leaky gut.
7. Heavy metals like lead, fluoride, and arsenic:
You will be surprised to know that many detox products, protein shake, cosmetics,
processed foods, conventional foods, and supplements contain toxins and heavy metals. As a matter of fact, high levels of aluminum even exist in detox products (especially the products that offer magical results in a short period of time). Many herbs imported from China have also high levels of aluminum, lead, and arsenic. Even green tea (not real ones) with so many health benefits are known to be contaminated with high levels of fluoride.
As a matter of fact, many protein shakes and cosmetics are filled with heavy metals and toxins and you should know that arsenic is added on purpose to the diet of conventionally grown chickens to make the chicken’s meat look more appealing.
8. Acrylamides:
Acrylamides are created when foods high in carbohydrate are cooked, roasted, grilled or
fried in high temperatures. Your favorite potato chips or fries (cooked or fried) above
250 F/120 C can contain acrylamide. Acrylamides mainly found in plant-based foods
(like grains and potatoes) is a cancerous neurotoxic chemical that has been linked to
ovarian and breast cancer. Research studies show that real vitamin C (not the ones
driven from GM corn ) can block harmful effects of acrylamide on the body. Keep in
mind that a bag of organic potato chips has as much as acrylamide as the conventional
ones so add green detox superfoods such as chlorella, kale, and spirulina to your diet. If
you eat fries or potato chips, having servings of fruits and vegetables high in vitamin C
(before or after eating fried foods) can help to reduce the harmful effects of acrylamide.
9. Sodium benzoate and BHT:
Sodium benzoate and BHT are cancerous preservatives added to soft drinks, processed
foods or many supplements in order to keep them fresh and prevent harmful bacteria
from growing. Both Sodium benzoate and BHT can damage human DNA and cause gastric and bladder cancer, DNA damage and liver problems. Milk Thistle is known to
be a great herb for detoxing the body from harmful ingredients in sodas.
10. Cupric sulfate and boric acid:
Both Cupric sulfate and boric acid can be present in many best selling supplements
and they can cause DNA damage and birth defects. They can also cause inflammation,
headaches, and depression.
Common synthetic vitamins to avoid:
One of the best ways to know if your supplements are real or not is to read the
products’ label very carefully, avoid the 9 items above and find if the ingredients in
supplements are synthetic or made from real foods and herbs.
According to foodmatters.tv here are the common synthetic vitamins to avoid:
• Vitamin A: Acetate and Palmitate
• Vitamin B1 (Thiamine): Thiamine Mononitrate, Thiamine Hydrochloride
• Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin): Riboflavin
• Pantothenic Acid: Calcium D-Pantothenate
• Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxine): Pyridoxine Hydrochloride
• Vitamin B12: Cobalamin
• PABA (Para-aminobenzoic Acid): Aminobenzoic Acid
• Folic Acid: Pteroylglutamic Acid
• Choline: Choline Chloride, Choline Bitartrate
• Biotin: d-Biotin
• Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid): Ascorbic Acid
• Vitamin D: Irradiated Ergosterol Calciferol
• Vitamin E: dl-alpha tocopherol, dl-alpha tocopherol acetate or succinate (The “dl”
a form of any vitamin is synthetic.)
What are excipients? Excipients are binders, fillers and “glues” that are typically non-nutritive substances in nutritional products. These substances often test toxic.
Please note: tablets ALWAYS contain excipients (that is how they are made; they
cannot be made without them); therefore, it is wisest to especially avoid nutritional
products as tablets.
Just a few examples of questionable excipients commonly found in nutritional products:
Magnesium stearate – a cheap lubricating agent; research shows it to be immune compromising
Methyl paraben – a benzoate family member; a known cancer causing agent.
Microcrystalline cellulose – a cheap filler Silicon dioxide – a cheap flowing agent (common sand) Natural flavors – an AKA for MSG (monosodium glutamate), a well known neurotoxic agent.
Methacrylic copolymer – methacrylic acid, a component of the methacrylic acid
copolymer has been reported to act as a teratogen in rat embryo cultures.
Triethyl citrate – a plasticizer
Titanium dioxide – used for color; liver toxic corn starch
Corn starch – typically from cheap GMO corn; can invoke allergic responses
Talcum Powder – a common excipient rarely not listed on product labels; a suspected
carcinogen.
Other Questionable But Common Tableting and Encapsulating Agents:
D&C red #33 Propylparaben Hydroxypropyl methylcellulose
Hydroxypropyl cellulose Polyethylene glycol Red ferric oxide-orange shade
Methyl p-hydroxybenzoate Propyl p-hydroxybenzoate Sodium acetate
Methylparaben Sodium meta bisulfite Eudragit.
Would you want to consume anything that is not nutritive?
We believe it is unnecessary to take nutritional products, which have questionable, potentially toxic, non-nutritive excipients.
Are You Really Eating These In Your Supplements?
Common Tableting and Encapsulating Agents:
Povidone (polyvinylpyrrolidone or PVP): PVP is a synthetic polymer used as a dispersing and suspending agent in virtually all encapsulated nutritional supplements; considered to be a potential carcinogen.
Magnesium Stearate: This commonly used excipient can be made from animal or
vegetable sources. It is used as a flowing agent and lubricant. It is insoluble in water
and may hinder the absorption of nutrients. Research shows it suppresses the
immune system.
Maltodextrin: A refined sugar obtained by the hydrolysis of cornstarch. It is used for
flavor, as a texturizer and bulking agent. Maltodextrin may contain free glutamate (MSG), which occurs as a result of processing. MSG is a known neurotoxin.
Cellulose Starch: A starch made from plant material that is used as filler, binder, and
disintegrant. Starches processed from corn contain free glutamate (MSG), resulting
from processing. MSG is a known neurotoxin.
Silicon Dioxide: Silica is a transparent, tasteless, powder that is practically insoluble in
water. It is the main component of beach sand and is used as an absorbent and flow
agent in supplements. It may hinder digestion or the uptake of other nutrients and
deplete HCL.
Resin: Resins are used as binders and aid in water resistance. They may be of plant
or synthetic origin and are used in lacquers, varnishes, inks, adhesives, synthetic
plastics, and pharmaceuticals. Synthetic forms include polyvinyl, polystyrene, and
polyethylene. Toxicity is dependent on the ingredients used in the manufacture of the
resin.
Dicalcium Phosphate: A mineral complex of calcium and phosphorous that is
commonly used as a tableting aid, filler or bulking agent. Phosphates can induce
the same symptoms as MSG in those who are extremely sensitive to MSG.
Polysorbate 80: A non-ionic surfactant that is a polymer containing oleic acid, palmitic
acid, sorbitol, and ethylene oxide and is formed by microbial fermentation. It is used as
an emulsifier, dispersant, or stabilizer in foods, cosmetics, supplements, and pharmaceuticals.
Titanium Dioxide: This is an inorganic, white, opaque pigment made from anatase
(metallic mineral) that is often used in supplements as a whitening agent. Titanium
dioxide is a pro-oxidant. It is also used in paints and coatings, plastics, paper, inks,
fibers, food, and cosmetics.
Polyethylene Glycol 3350: This excipient is used as an emulsifier, binder, and
surfactant. It improves resistance to moisture and oxidation. Polyethylene is a
polymerized ethylene resin and glycol is a dihydric alcohol.
Pharmaceutical Glaze: This is actually shellac used to coat vitamin tablets. Shellac is
insoluble in stomach acid and supplements coated with shellac are difficult for the
body to break down and assimilate.
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