Part 3. The disgusting things that we eat without knowing about that

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8. Flammable element

Brominated vegetable oil (BVO or E443) can be found in citrus soft drinks. And although many countries have already abandoned it, there are still those states that widely use it. At one time, chemical companies patented it as a flammable substance, not intended for use in the food industry. According to the doctors, if you “sort out” with such soda, then health problems cannot be avoided. Consuming large amounts of citrus soda with BVO can cause skin problems, memory loss, nervous disorders, and other problems caused by overdosing of brominated oil.

In addition, bromine can accumulate in the tissues of the body and lead to problems of the reproductive system. A person who drinks too often and in large quantities drinks containing BVO may experience convulsions. The substance is so dangerous that in 2014 Coca-Cola and Pepsi promised to remove it from their drinks.

9. Sodium tetraborate

Sodium tetraborate is widely used in detergents that we so often use in our kitchens and bathrooms. Maybe you don’t often come across this element, but those who love to eat caviar are certainly familiar with this material. Composition may be referred to as E285.

10. Jet fuel

Some companies that produce energy drinks claim that their products can “inspire”, but this is probably not what you meant. BHT (or ionol) is a fuel for refueling jet engines in combination with other petroleum products, and is also used as an additive, which is classified as an antioxidant and used to keep products as long as possible.