1. U.S. farmers spend $8 billion per year on chemical pesticides = 3.5 pounds per person per year (Kingsolver, 165)
2. Animals like sheep and cows are raised in such extreme confinement they consume their own waste (Forbes.com)
3. Mercury, a potent brain toxin was found in 9 of 20 samples of sweeteners (ehjournal.net)
4. Silicone-based polymers are used to control the level of foam in large vats so more food can be cooked (
Animal, Vegetable, Miracle by Barbara Kingsolver
Forbes.com - http://www.forbes.com/2008/11/10/burgers-health-food-forbeslife-cs_rr_1110health.html
ehjournal.net
http://www.divinecaroline.com/22177/47505-lab-lunch--chemicals-food
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