Many people want to avoid consuming food additives as much as possible, while others believe they are safe because the government says so. How does the government evaluate the safety of additives? Are they truly safe?
In Europe and the United States, research reports on the health impacts of synthetic food colourings and artificial sweeteners are emerging one after another. Japan’s food additive regulations have been driven by external pressure from the United States; it is now reported that the US is considering a comprehensive ban on coal-tar-based colorants, starting with restrictions on Red No. 3. However, neither Japan’s Food Safety Commission nor the Consumer Affairs Agency shows any sign of action.
Get our new booklet, and for now, the only option is to avoid additives. Check labels and reduce your intake of additives.
● Additives to Avoid at All Costs
● US Moves to Eliminate Major Synthetic Food Colorings
● Survey on Food Additive Usage
● School Lunch Standards Must Prioritize Children’s Health
This booklet explains that there are problems with the government’s safety assessments and that various research studies worldwide have revealed health impacts from additives previously deemed safe. We highlight specific additives you should avoid and explains their risks.
This is a must-read for anyone wanting to say goodbye to additives.
Table of Contents:
Part 1: Are Additives Safe?
Part 2: Can You Tell from the Label?
Part 3: Additives to Avoid
Part 4: Isn’t This an Additive?
Part 5: Reducing Additives
Author: Eiji Hara, Consumers Union of Japan
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