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A new WEF product to avoid.
Apeel Sciences, Inc. has introduced a sprayed product that coats fresh fruits and vegetables with a manufactured substance without obtaining consumer consent. Despite being marketed as “all-natural,” Apeel is produced using toxic solvents such as heptane and ethyl acetate. Here are some concerns:
Toxic Heavy Metals and Solvents: Apeel’s manufacturing process involves toxic heavy metals and solvents, which can accumulate in the human body over time and contribute to chronic illnesses.
Unremovable Coating: Apeel’s coating cannot be completely removed from fruits and vegetables without causing damage, leaving consumers with no means to prevent exposure.
Long-term Health Risks: The lack of available data on long-term randomized-controlled double-blind trials regarding Apeel’s effectiveness and potential side effects raises concerns about its safety.
Conflict of Interest: The FDA’s approval process is criticized for being influenced by pharmaceutical and food industry financing, potentially prioritizing expediency over public health.
Unregulated Use: Apeel is already being sprayed on organic produce in the US, and its widespread use on a variety of fruits and vegetables raises concerns about consumer awareness and choice.
Unknown Ingredients: The exact composition of Apeel’s coating, aside from purified monoglycerides and diglycerides, remains unclear, sparking concerns about potential allergens or contaminants.
Potential for Contamination: The manufacturing process involves high heat, voltage, and exposure to heavy metals, which could lead to contamination of the final product.
GRAS Designation: While Apeel’s monoglycerides and diglycerides are designated as “generally recognized as safe” (GRAS) by the FDA, this designation does not guarantee long-term safety or absence of negative health impacts.
Recommendations:
Apeel Sciences, Inc. has introduced a sprayed product that coats fresh fruits and vegetables with a manufactured substance without obtaining consumer consent. Despite being marketed as “all-natural,” Apeel is produced using toxic solvents such as heptane and ethyl acetate. Here are some concerns:
Toxic Heavy Metals and Solvents: Apeel’s manufacturing process involves toxic heavy metals and solvents, which can accumulate in the human body over time and contribute to chronic illnesses.
Unremovable Coating: Apeel’s coating cannot be completely removed from fruits and vegetables without causing damage, leaving consumers with no means to prevent exposure.
Long-term Health Risks: The lack of available data on long-term randomized-controlled double-blind trials regarding Apeel’s effectiveness and potential side effects raises concerns about its safety.
Conflict of Interest: The FDA’s approval process is criticized for being influenced by pharmaceutical and food industry financing, potentially prioritizing expediency over public health.
Unregulated Use: Apeel is already being sprayed on organic produce in the US, and its widespread use on a variety of fruits and vegetables raises concerns about consumer awareness and choice.
Unknown Ingredients: The exact composition of Apeel’s coating, aside from purified monoglycerides and diglycerides, remains unclear, sparking concerns about potential allergens or contaminants.
Potential for Contamination: The manufacturing process involves high heat, voltage, and exposure to heavy metals, which could lead to contamination of the final product.
GRAS Designation: While Apeel’s monoglycerides and diglycerides are designated as “generally recognized as safe” (GRAS) by the FDA, this designation does not guarantee long-term safety or absence of negative health impacts.
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