And I mean no one had these weird allergies. Today if a kid showed up in the lunch room with a PBJ sandwich the school would have rope off the grounds and call out a HASMAT team.
Good article and good research attached. I was hoping for a more detailed list of offenders since it’s a whitening agent it could be in flour, sugar, baking soda (that would be a kick in baking soda’s ass since it has so many great attributes!). They mentioned toothpaste, and of course processed foods and candies. Look for —> . TiO₂ is used in products ranging from paints and plastics to food and cosmetics. As a pigment, it is called Pigment White 6 or CI 77891, and, as previously noted, as a food additive, it is known as E171.
I've been a "health nut" (according to my sedentary friends) for a long time now, but just in the last 2 years I have begun to pay much closer attention to food additives, particularly sugar and sodium. Thanks for bringing this to my attention, anon. I eat very few sweets, especially the ones mentioned in this article, but now I have something else to watch for.
It’s interesting that this image leaves out a major product category that uses titanium dioxide: feminine hygiene products.
With birth rates plummeting and things like PCOS, endo, fibroids, etc. on the rise, those of us sounding the alarm on chemicals in tampons and pads were scoffed at by many. But it’s even included in “organic” products, especially those sold by P&G.
Thanks for commenting fren. You statement about TD being used with feminine hygiene products got me to questioning if perhaps TD was also used with Toilet Paper, and it is.
I am going to research the brand my wife buys and make a decision on if we might need to change brands.
Hopefully I’m fairly safe now. We haven’t bought breads or cereals in over 15 years, we don’t buy sweets except for occasional ice cream, and I stopped buying chips in past 6 months. We do buy large tortillas from a local Mexican market but they don’t have any markings or brand on them. I think they’re locally made. Our diet is mostly meat and cheese these days.
Titanium dioxide (TiO₂) has been a subject of concern due to potential health risks, particularly when inhaled in nanoparticle form. Here are the key points regarding why it might be considered harmful:
Inhalation Risks: When inhaled as nanoparticles, titanium dioxide can accumulate in the lungs and cause inflammation, DNA damage, and chromosomal changes. These effects are linked to increased risks of respiratory issues and cancer.
Genotoxicity: Studies have shown that titanium dioxide nanoparticles can cause genotoxicity, which means they can damage DNA and potentially lead to mutations or cancer.
Immune System Effects: Some research indicates that titanium dioxide can affect the immune system, leading to immunotoxicity.
Regulatory Actions: The European Union has banned titanium dioxide in food products due to these safety concerns. The European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) concluded that titanium dioxide nanoparticles can accumulate in the body and cause genetic damage, leading to the ban.
Contrasting Views: There are differing opinions among experts. Some argue that the levels found in food are too low to cause harm, while others believe that the potential risks are significant enough to warrant caution.
Food and Cosmetic Use: In food and cosmetics, titanium dioxide is used as a whitening agent and to enhance opacity. However, its use in food has been restricted in some regions due to the potential health risks.
Exposure Through Food: While the primary concern is inhalation, ingestion of titanium dioxide through food can also pose risks, especially if it is in nanoparticle form.
Generally used as an anti-caking additive in fine ground substances. Powdered sugar is loaded with it, and so is my ex-favorite donuts Powdered sugar donuts.
Why is it so important that products like donuts, candies, tampons and bath tissue are enhanced to appear more white, a glossy white. I would rather have a healthy product that a pretty one.
Growing up NO ONE HAD GLUTEN ALLERGIES OR CRONES DISEASE. PEANUT ALLERGIES ECT... GET THAT CRAP OUT OF OUR FOOD SUPPLIES.
And I mean no one had these weird allergies. Today if a kid showed up in the lunch room with a PBJ sandwich the school would have rope off the grounds and call out a HASMAT team.
I heard they put peanut contents in children's vaccines, which causes the allergies.
Good article and good research attached. I was hoping for a more detailed list of offenders since it’s a whitening agent it could be in flour, sugar, baking soda (that would be a kick in baking soda’s ass since it has so many great attributes!). They mentioned toothpaste, and of course processed foods and candies. Look for —> . TiO₂ is used in products ranging from paints and plastics to food and cosmetics. As a pigment, it is called Pigment White 6 or CI 77891, and, as previously noted, as a food additive, it is known as E171.
I've been a "health nut" (according to my sedentary friends) for a long time now, but just in the last 2 years I have begun to pay much closer attention to food additives, particularly sugar and sodium. Thanks for bringing this to my attention, anon. I eat very few sweets, especially the ones mentioned in this article, but now I have something else to watch for.
It’s interesting that this image leaves out a major product category that uses titanium dioxide: feminine hygiene products.
With birth rates plummeting and things like PCOS, endo, fibroids, etc. on the rise, those of us sounding the alarm on chemicals in tampons and pads were scoffed at by many. But it’s even included in “organic” products, especially those sold by P&G.
It’s a poison and needs to be banned.
Thanks for commenting fren. You statement about TD being used with feminine hygiene products got me to questioning if perhaps TD was also used with Toilet Paper, and it is.
I am going to research the brand my wife buys and make a decision on if we might need to change brands.
You don't even know how many things have this in it just under the threshold to list in the ingredients...
And... just like they hide msg in hydrolyzed veg protein etc, they're probably hiding it in some other mixture we haven't caught wind of yet...
Just do the best you can... realize you are more than your physical body and rise above it. That's what we were told to achieve...
Correct. They hide the poisons. SOP. If you can't pronounce the ingredients, there's a reason.
Hopefully I’m fairly safe now. We haven’t bought breads or cereals in over 15 years, we don’t buy sweets except for occasional ice cream, and I stopped buying chips in past 6 months. We do buy large tortillas from a local Mexican market but they don’t have any markings or brand on them. I think they’re locally made. Our diet is mostly meat and cheese these days.
Titanium Dioxide Safety Concerns
Titanium dioxide (TiO₂) has been a subject of concern due to potential health risks, particularly when inhaled in nanoparticle form. Here are the key points regarding why it might be considered harmful:
Inhalation Risks: When inhaled as nanoparticles, titanium dioxide can accumulate in the lungs and cause inflammation, DNA damage, and chromosomal changes. These effects are linked to increased risks of respiratory issues and cancer. Genotoxicity: Studies have shown that titanium dioxide nanoparticles can cause genotoxicity, which means they can damage DNA and potentially lead to mutations or cancer. Immune System Effects: Some research indicates that titanium dioxide can affect the immune system, leading to immunotoxicity. Regulatory Actions: The European Union has banned titanium dioxide in food products due to these safety concerns. The European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) concluded that titanium dioxide nanoparticles can accumulate in the body and cause genetic damage, leading to the ban. Contrasting Views: There are differing opinions among experts. Some argue that the levels found in food are too low to cause harm, while others believe that the potential risks are significant enough to warrant caution. Food and Cosmetic Use: In food and cosmetics, titanium dioxide is used as a whitening agent and to enhance opacity. However, its use in food has been restricted in some regions due to the potential health risks. Exposure Through Food: While the primary concern is inhalation, ingestion of titanium dioxide through food can also pose risks, especially if it is in nanoparticle form.
I don’t trust this $cience you speak of.
Generally used as an anti-caking additive in fine ground substances. Powdered sugar is loaded with it, and so is my ex-favorite donuts Powdered sugar donuts.
Tampons and Toilet Paper are suspect too.
Why is it so important that products like donuts, candies, tampons and bath tissue are enhanced to appear more white, a glossy white. I would rather have a healthy product that a pretty one.