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February 28, 2014

"Yoga Mat Chemical" Found in 500 Food Items 
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Consumer advocates at the Environmental Working Group are warning that a
chemical used to make yoga mats and flip-flops can now be found in more
than 500 food items. The chemical, azodicarbonamide, is often used in
bread, croutons, pre-made sandwiches and snacks made by many major
brands, including Pillsbury, Nature's Own, Sara Lee, Kroger and Little
Debbie. The restaurant chain Subway recently announced it was phasing
out the use of the chemical after an online campaign. The chemical is
not approved for food use in Australia and Europe.

 

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