Coke Just Stopped Using A Chemical That’s Also A Flame Retardant- But That’s Not The Worst Thing That’s In Its Drinks0
- Environmental Well-Being
- May 8, 2014
Have you ever heard of brominated vegetable oil or BVO? It’s a flame retardant chemical that’s also used to stabilize flavor in beverages. There’s a controversy regarding its safety. Some research suggests that it may be harmful to us, since it can build up over time in our bodies. BVO is banned in Europe, but here in the U.S., the Food and Drug Administration does allow it as an additive in beverages, as long as the level of concentration is no more than 15 parts per million.
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