Your Weekly Food-Like-Product – Dr. Pepper

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These are just a couple ingredients in Dr. Pepper.

(1.) Aspartame

Artificial sweetener 200 times sweeter than sugar.

Aspartame is a synthetic chemical combination which is comprised of approximately

50% phenylalanine,

40% aspartic acid,

10% methanol

Aspartame has been approved in more than one hundred and thirty five countries.

The more aspartame within a blend, the better-tasting the product and the greater acceptance by consumers.

It is used in a wide range of prescription and over-the-counter medicines. In addition to analgesics, antibiotics, anti-inflammatories and nutritional supplements, powdered soft drinks, milkshake mixes, multivitamin preparations and semi-finished food products. Baked goods cereals. Fruit preserves, canned fruits, fruit preparations for the food industry.

There are now more than 6,000 products on the market sweetened with aspartame

In one test, consumers were asked to taste two isosweet samples of water. One sample was sweetened with aspartame, the other with sugar. When asked which sample was sweetened with sugar, 57% picked the sample actually sweetened with aspartame.

Nearly all diet sodas, gum and most candy (not chocolate – yet) are loaded with Some chewing gum brands contain only synthetic sugars, which are acid creating. The body in turn creates fat cells to store that extra acid, and this is why many people who consistently eat Aspartame will ironically put on weight.

The EPA’s recommended limit of consumption of Methanol is 7.8 milligrams per day, but a one liter bottle of an Aspartame-sweetened beverage contains over 50 mg of methanol. Heavy users of Aspartame-containing products consume as much as 250 mg of methanol daily, which is over 30 times the EPA limit

Side affects: dizziness, headaches, behavioral changes, hallucinations, depression, nausea, numbness, muscle spasms, weight gain, rashes, fatigue, irritability, insomnia, vision problems, hearing loss, heart palpitations, breathing difficulties, anxiety attacks, slurred speech, loss of taste, tinnitus, vertigo, memory loss, and joint pain.

Also, many illnesses can be worsened by ingesting Aspartame, including chronic fatigue syndrome, brain tumors, epilepsy, Parkinson’s, Alzheimer’s, mental retardation, and especially diabetes.

Production of Aspartame

Cloned microorganisms’ (which the patent later reveals to be genetically modified E. coli) are cultivated in tanks whose environments are tailored to help them thrive.

The well-fed E. coli cultures defecate the proteins that contain the aspartic acid-phenylalanine amino acid segment needed to make aspartame.

The proteins containing the Asp-Phe segments are ‘harvested’ (i.e. lab assistants collect the bacteria’s feces).

The feces are then treated. This includes a process of methylation (adding an excess of the toxic alcohol, methanol, to the protected dipeptide).

METHANOL

(The 10% in aspartame)

Hazardous in case of skin contact of eye contact of ingestion, of inhalation. Slightly hazardous in case of skin contact. Severe over-exposure can result in death. Mutagenic for mammalian somatic cells. Mutagenic for bacteria and/or yeast.

TERATOGENIC EFFECTS: Classified possiblefor human.

The substance is toxic to and causes damage to the eyes. The substance may be toxic to blood, kidneys, liver, brain, peripheral nervous system, upper respiratory tract, skin, central nervous system (CNS), optic nerve. Repeated or prolonged exposure to the substance can produce target organs damage.

Repeated exposure to a highly toxic material may produce general deterioration of health by an accumulation in one or many human organs.

May cause damage to the following organs: blood, kidneys, liver, brain, peripheral nervous system, upper respiratory tract, skin, central nervous system (CNS), optic nerve

Passes through the placental barrier. May affect genetic material

May cause birth defects and adverse reproductive effects (paternal and maternal effects and fetotoxicity ) based on animal studies.

OSHA: Hazardous by definition of Hazard Communication Standard (29 CFR 1910.1200).

EINECS: This product is on the European Inventory of Existing Commercial Chemical Substances.

(3.) Phosphoric Acid

Colorless, odorless solid or a thick, clear liquid. It is used in rustproofing metals, fertilizers, detergents, foods, beverages, and water treatment.

Phosphoric acid is used in the manufacture of superphosphate fertilizers, livestock feeds, phosphate salts, polyphosphates, soaps, waxes, polishes and detergents. Phosphoric acid is used as a soil stabilizer, in the manufacture of fire control agents, opal glasses, electric lights, in cotton dyeing, tile cleaning, ceramic binding, dental cement, water treatment, electro-polishing, operating lithography, photoengraving operations, process engraving, as a petrol additive and in coagulating rubber latex.

It is used in metal rust proofing before painting, in the polishing of metals, in pickling and in hot stripping for aluminium and zinc substrates. Phosphoric acid is used as an acid catalyst in making ethylene and purifying hydrogen peroxide, in the manufacture of chemicals (ethylbenzene, propylene, cumene), as a bonding agent for refractory bricks, in extracting penicillin and as an analytical agent. It is used as an anti-oxidant in food, as a flavour additive for sharp taste in food (jellies, preserves) and soft drinks (e.g. Coca-Cola), as a tang (Food Additive 338) and for the manufacture of yeasts and gelatine. It is used to manufacture the phosphoric acid electrolyte fuel cell system and it has been used to treat lead poisoning.

Phosphoric Acid is a CORROSIVE CHEMICAL and contact can irritate and burn the eyes.

Very hazardous in case of skin contact (irritant), of eye contact (irritant), of ingestion, .

Hazardous in case of skin contact (corrosive, permeator), of eye contact (corrosive). Slightly hazardous in case of inhalation (lung sensitizer). Liquid or spray mist may produce tissue damage particularly on mucous membranes of eyes, mouth and respiratory tract.

Skin contact may produce burns.

Inhalation of the spray mist may produce severe irritation of respiratory tract, characterized by coughing, choking, or shortness of breath. Severe over-exposure can result in death. Inflammation of the eye is characterized by redness, watering, and itching. Skin inflammation is characterized by itching, scaling, reddening, or, occasionally, blistering

The substance may be toxic to blood, liver, skin, eyes, bone marrow.

Repeated exposure to a highly toxic material may produce general deterioration of health by an accumulation in one or many human organs.

Large Spill: Corrosive liquid Poisonous liquid. Stop leak if without risk. Absorb with DRY earth, sand or other non-combustible material.

Do not get water inside container. Do not touch spilled material Prevent entry into sewers, basements or confined areas; dike if needed. Call for assistance on disposal.

Precautions: Do not ingest. Do not breathe gas/fumes/ vapor/spray. Never add water to this product. In case of insufficient ventilation, wear suitable respiratory equipment. If ingested, seek medical advice immediately and show the container or the label. Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Keep away from incompatibles such as oxidizing agents, combustible materials, metals, alkalis.

May corrode metallic surfaces Store in a metallic or coated fiberboard drum using a strong polyethylene inner package.

Personal Protection: Face shield. Full suit. Vapor respirator. Be sure to use an approved/certified respirator or equivalent. Gloves. Boots

Acute Potential Health Effects:

Skin: Corrosive and causes severe skin irritation and can cause severe skin burns. May affect behavior (somnolence or excitement) if absorbed through skin.

Eyes: Corrosive. Liquid or vapor causes severe eye irritation and can cause severe eye burns leading to permanent corneal damage or chemical conjunctivitis

Ingestion: May be harmful if swallowed. Causes irritation and burns of the gastrointestinal (digestive) tract. Causes severe pain, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea hematemesis, gastrointestinal hemorrhaging, and shock.

May cause corrosion and permanent tissue destruction of the esophagus and digestive tract. May affect behavior and urinary system, liver (hepatocellular damage, hepatic enzymes increased), blood (blood dyscrasia)

Other Regulations:

OSHA: Hazardous by definition of Hazard Communication Standard (29 CFR 1910.1200).

(4.) Sodium Benzoate

Antimicrobial agents, Antifungal agent, Food preservative

Produced by the neutralization of benzoic acid with sodium bicarbonate, sodium carbonate, or sodium hydroxide.

The salt is not found to occur naturally.

TERATOGENIC EFFECTS: Classified  POSSIBLE for human.

DEVELOPMENTAL TOXICITY: Classified Reproductive system/toxin/female,

Reproductive system/ toxin/male [SUSPECTED].

The substance may be toxic to blood, the reproductive system, liver, central nervous system May also affect behavior/central nervous system (tremor, convulsions, change in motor activity), and respiration (dyspnea).

Slightly flammable to flammable in presence of heat. Slightly explosive in presence of open flames and sparks. Keep away from heat. Keep away from sources of ignition. Empty containers pose a fire risk

Do not ingest.

Do not breathe dust If ingested, seek medical advice immediately and show the container or the label

Ingestion of large amounts may cause gastrointestinal tract irritation with gastric pain, nausea, and vomiting.

Harmful by inhalation, in contact with skin and if swallowed. Irritating to eyes and skin. Avoid contact with skin and eyes.

Possible risk of harm to the unborn child.

Personal Protection: Splash goggles. Lab coat. Dust respirator. Be sure to use an approved/certified respirator or equivalent. Gloves.

Chronic Potential Health Effects:

Prolonged or repeated ingestion may affect behavior/central nervous system (symptoms similar to acute exposure) as well as liver, metabolism, blood, and urinary system.

Other Regulations:

OSHA: Hazardous by definition of Hazard Communication Standard

References

John Parks
For two years I've thoroughly enjoyed researching the food additives "scientests" produce and put into all processed food. Also how the FDA classifies them as G.R.A.S. (Generally Recognized As Safe) With about 95% of the research I've done over the last two years the actual science, toxicity reports, manufacturing processes and pure technical aspect of it suggests otherwise.

When you see something that is "hazardous by definition", toxic, poisonous or corrosive and it's in the food you're eating, you would surely have to stop, think and ask, "That's going to go in me. Wait... It passes through the placental barrier? It decreases the testicular weight in mice? It's produced with volvano ash? It's processed with asbestos and krypton gas?"

Now, my main argument is this: If you know the food additive is toxic, corrosive or hazardous by definition, if it requires flammable or corrosive DOT stickers while transporting, if it has saftey precautions, spill procedures and you must wear suitable protective clothing while handling... Can you even assume it's safe to eat?

Irregardless of the exposure limits, the actual amount in food itself, how many regulations and standards there are or how low the toxicity may be... It is the general principle that the additives are still put in the foods you eat on a daily basis. I personally don't believe that when a tomato is dropped you have to evacuate the area and seal off the exits. Because that is exactly the procedure for some of the chemcial agents the FDA allowed in food.