Excerpts from FOOD ADDITIVES: A Shopper's Guide... #3

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The codes below are to the left of each additive and indicate the safety of the additive.

*         GRAS - Generally Recognized As Safe by the FDA

o         FDA Approved colorant

S         There is no known toxicity. The additive appears to be safe.

A         The additive may cause allergic reactions.

C         Caution is advised. The additive may be unsafe, poorly tested, or used in foods we eat too much of.

C1       Caution is advised for certain groups in the population, such as pregnant women, infants, persons with high blood pressure, kidney problems, etc.

X         The additive is unsafe or very poorly tested.

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