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E22O
A preservative derived from coal tar. Sulphur additives are toxic and in the United States of America, the Federal Drugs Administration have prohibited their use on raw fruit and vegetables.
Sulphur dioxide is produced by the combustion of sulphur or gypsum.
E220 is known to provoke asthma attacks and is difficult to metabolise for those with impaired kidney function. It also destroys vitamins B1 and E.
Typically found in beers, soft drinks, dried fruit, juices, cordials, wine, vinegar, and potato products.
Not recommended for consumption by children.
This is not a quote from us, but information from the UK Food Guide.
As we believe that many of these additives, do in fact lead to bad health,
We have deleted all items that include this Preservative.
Below is another piece of information of side effects from this additive
again this is NOT something we’ve made up!
"Due to its oxidising effect, E220 (sulphur dioxide) may reduce the vitamin [namely vitamin B12] content in products. It is reduced in the liver to harmless sulphate and excreted in the urine. It can, however, cause breathing problems in asthmatic patients. In high concentrations (above those normally used in foods) it can cause gastrointestinal disturbances in some people."
(from http://www.food-info.net/uk/e/e220.htm )
A more technical description of the possible harmful health effects:
"Triggers allergic reactions such as anaphylaxis, bronchorestriction/spasm, flushing, and hypertension. Irritates: conjunctivitis, emphysema, bronchial asthma [especially in asthma sufferers] and cardiovascular conditions."
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