Used in tiny amounts, have been linked to cancer in lab animals. Sponsors say a “zero tolerance” policy should be applied to the following substances: Benzophenone, Ethyl acrylate, Eugenyl methyl ether, Myrcene, Pulegone, Pyridine, Styrene and Trans,trans-2,4-hexadienal. Trans,trans-2,4-hexadienal has been “generally recognized as … [Read more...] about FDA Should Ban 8 Synthetic Flavorings Currently Considered Safe, Petition Says

The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is expected to announce by June its decision on a proposal to phase out most trans fats from the nation’s food supply. Trans fats are widely considered the worst type of fats for hearth health. Most Americans still eat about a gram of trans fat every day. Health experts say phasing out these … [Read more...] about FDA Expected to Announce Decision on Trans Fats by June 15