Top Harmful Additives That Must Be Banned:

 

1. Artificial Food Dyes (Red 40, Yellow 5, Yellow 6, Blue 1, etc.)

• Found in: Candy, soda, cereals, processed snacks

• Health Risks: Linked to hyperactivity, ADHD, allergic reactions, and potential cancer risks

• Banned in: EU (requires warning labels), UK, Austria, Norway

 

2. Carrageenan

• Found in: Dairy alternatives, deli meats, ice cream

• Health Risks: Gut inflammation, digestive issues, potential cancer risk

• Banned in: EU (infant formula)

 

3. Brominated Vegetable Oil (BVO)

• Found in: Citrus-flavored sodas (Mountain Dew, Fanta, etc.)

• Health Risks: Thyroid issues, nerve problems, hormone disruption

• Banned in: EU, Japan

 

4. Potassium Bromate

• Found in: Bread, rolls, pizza dough

• Health Risks: Linked to cancer, kidney damage, and respiratory issues

• Banned in: EU, UK, Canada, Brazil

 

5. Azodicarbonamide (ADA)

• Found in: Bread, bagels, tortillas, fast food buns

• Health Risks: Linked to asthma, allergic reactions, and cancer risks

• Banned in: EU, UK, Australia

 

6. Butylated Hydroxyanisole (BHA) & Butylated Hydroxytoluene (BHT)

• Found in: Chips, cereals, chewing gum, processed meats

• Health Risks: Potential carcinogen, endocrine disruptor

• Banned in: EU, Japan, parts of Canada

 

7. rBGH/rBST (Artificial Growth Hormones in Dairy)

• Found in: Milk, cheese, yogurt

• Health Risks: Increased risk of cancer, early puberty, hormone imbalances

• Banned in: EU, Canada, Japan, Australia

 

8. Propylparaben

• Found in: Baked goods, tortillas, processed foods

• Health Risks: Hormone disruption, fertility issues, possible cancer risk

• Banned in: EU

 

9. Titanium Dioxide

• Found in: Candy, coffee creamers, salad dressings

• Health Risks: DNA damage, immune system toxicity, possible carcinogen

• Banned in: EU

 

10. MSG (Monosodium Glutamate)

• Found in: Fast food, chips, ramen, canned soups

• Health Risks: Headaches, nausea, brain cell damage in high doses

• Banned in: Some countries restrict use

 

Impact on Children’s Health & Education

• Many parents report that when their children consume food dyes like Red 40, Yellow 5, and Yellow 6, they experience mood swings, difficulty concentrating, and hyperactivity.

• These chemicals contribute to rising ADHD diagnoses and behavioral issues in schools.

• The UK requires warning labels on foods with these dyes, and many European brands have removed them altogether—so why is the U.S. lagging behind?

 

Rising Food Prices & Lack of Safe Options

• Big food corporations prioritize cheap, harmful additives instead of using real, natural ingredients.

• Organic and additive-free foods are more expensive, forcing families on a budget to choose between affordability and health.

• Banning these additives will push companies to create cleaner products, making safe food more accessible to all.

 

We Demand Action

• The FDA must ban carrageenan, artificial food dyes, BVO, potassium bromate, and other harmful additives in all U.S. food products.

• Food companies must replace these additives with safer, natural alternatives.

• Schools, hospitals, and major retailers should eliminate foods containing these harmful chemicals.

 

The science is clear, and our families deserve better. It’s time to hold corporations and regulators accountable.

 

Sign this petition to demand cleaner, safer food for all!