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Numerous studies have shown that the consumption of brominated vegetable oil causes a buildup of bromine within the body. Other studies have shown links between the buildup of bromine and reduced fertility, hormone-related abnormalities, and impaired development of the brain. While the FDA approved brominated vegetable oils in drinks decades ago, studies since then have shown detrimental effects. It is banned from food products in most European countries due to the associated health risks.
Walter Carter
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Brominated vegetable oil?
Brominated vegetable oil is a food additive that was used in sodas and colas to keep the citrus flavoring from separating out. The synthetic chemical is called BVO.
Which sodas have brominated vegetable oil in it?
Almost all citrus sodas
Why is Mountain Dew banned in Europe?
Because it contains Brominated Vegetable Oil, which is thought to cause illness.
Does Canada ban Brominated vegetable oil in soft drinks?
They will ban it when people start getting sick. Untill then nothing to upset big buissness.
Is brominated vegetable oil banned in the UK?
No. Fama cooking and baking margarine is very popular here, and it's is hydrogenated vegetable oil. Google Fama hydrogenated to see a list of links, among them the company site, where it is stated clearly.
What does Mountain Dew have that Coke and root beer do not?
Mountain Dew soda contains an ingredient known as Brominated vegetable oil. It is not found in Coke or root beer.
If vegetable oil freezes does it go bad?
It depends on how long it is frozen
What is Chemical formula for brominated vegetable oil?
Brominated vegetable oil (BVO) is primarily found in sodas and sports drinks, specifically the citrus flavors. It is a very unhealthy ingredient. For more information on how it can effect your health, check this website out: http://www.blindbiker.com/?p=196
What foods have BVO in it?
BVO is brominated vegetable oil. It is a synthetic chemical that is created when vegetable oil is bonded to the element bromine. Because bromine is heavy, it acts as an emulsifier and keeps the oil in water-based solutions from separating and floating to the top. Foods that contain BVOs are: some citrus flavored soft drinks like Mountain Dew, Squirt, Fresca, and Fanta, sports drinks like Powerade, and some pre-mixed cocktails. To read more about BVOs visit http://www.webmd.com/food-recipes/news/20130129/brominated-vegetable-oil-qa?page=2.
Can vegetable oil dog bad?
yes
Can eating bad vegetable oil make you sick?
Yes, it can.
Is Mountain Dew bad for you does it contain enough brominated vegetable oil to hurt you?
Just look it up, you'll find out that your drinking poison. It may not be much, but it's there. It really screws with your body, either you don't drink it or you do and possible regret it later.
