Environmental Toxins
Chemicals in plastics and other products seem harmless, but mounting evidence links them to health problems — and Washington lacks the power to protect us
Butylated Hydroxyanisole (BHA)
What It Is: An additive that preserves fats and oils in food and cosmetics
Found In: Chewing gum, snack foods, diaper creams Health hazard May promote cancer in lab animals
What You Should Know: BHA is hard to avoid in foods, but the government limits its levels
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