California passed a first-in-the-nation landmark bill that would ban some additives from certain packaged food ingredient lists. Here's what to know about the five food chemicals that may be banned.
The bill's proponents have raised concerns over the potential adverse or negative health impacts, both short-term and long-term, of these chemicals.
Because these chemicals exist in non-natural foods that Americans already eat, it's important for consumers to understand the impact, but "not make themselves crazy" over their exposure, especially in small amounts, said Dr. Stephanie Widmer, an ABC News medical contributor, board-certified emergency medicine physician and medical toxicologist.
According to Widmer, "there are tons of chemicals and substances that are in our foods that are not necessarily supposed to be there." Widmer said it was "unfortunate" that "a lot of these different additives and preservatives that can be harmful have ended up in our food supply," but added, "I think [the FDA is] trying to stay on top of it as best they can -- it's almost overwhelming."Over 10,000 chemicals are allowed for use in food sold in the U.S., 99% of which were approved by the food and chemical industry, but not the agency tasked with ensuring the safety of America's food supply.
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