1. Sodium Nitrate- Found in processed meats such as bacon, hot dogs, and sausage.
2. Mercury- Found in fish commonly in Tuna and Swordfish. Try to eat low mercury fish like Branzini.
3. Bisphenol-A- This toxin is usually in canned foods and has been studied which causes diabetes and heart disease.
4. Polybrominated Diphenyl- This toxin has been banned in the U.S. but is still found in meats.
5. Aspartame- Found in artificial sweetners and diet soda, this toxin causes nerve cell damage, dizziness, and headaches.
6. Polychlorinated biphenyl- A synthetic organic chemical compound chlorine attached to biphenyl. This is usually found in farmed fish.
7. Arsenic- Arsenic is commonly found in non- organic chicken. Exposure to this chemical can cause cancer, diabetes, and heart disease.
8. rBGH- This toxin is found in milk. This toxin can cause breast cancer. It is recommended to buy milk that says" No rBGH."
9. Hydrogenated Oil- This toxin is found in manufactured snacks. This toxin is usually found in cookies and crackers. Hydrogenated Oil is associated with diabetes and heart disease.
10. Blue 1 and 2, Red 3, and Yellow 6- These artificial colors are found in candy, maraschino, cherries, and gelatin. Rats and mice who were tested with these artificial colors suffered from brain, adrenal gland, thyroid, and kidney tumors.
11. Pesticides- Organic produce is recommended because pesticides can cause nervous and reproductive system damage.
12. Teflon- When preparing your meals, it is recommended to use stainless steel or cast iron cookware because Teflon can release noxious gases which can cause an exposure to heart disease.
13. NEVER Microwave Food With Plastic- Heating up food with plastic containers or bowls can lead to Bisphenol-A contaminating your food.