Friday, August 6, 2010

Potentially Hazardous Chemicals in Foods

Read the following article.

30 Common Chemicals You Don't Even Know You're Eating

Take a look at the chemicals listed from 11 to 30. Choose one of these chemicals and use Google to search "what foods contain _(your chosen chemical)_". Report the following information/answer the following questions:

  • What foods do you eat that contain this chemical?
  • How do you feel about knowing this chemical is in something you consume?
  • Do you think the government should make it clear that there are potentially hazardous chemicals in foods? Explain why or why not.