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Five Dangerous Food Ingredients That Should Be Banned From Texas
I’m about to say a dirty word for some Texans, so brace yourself: California recently made the right move to ban five potentially dangerous foods from store shelves. And before you assume that it’s an act of pearl-clutching liberalism, let’s take a look at these ingredients and how dangerous they can be.
The California Food Safety Act was passed late last year, banning four food additives. A fifth food additive was dropped from the orginal bill. We will look at each ingredient, its use, and how it can harm your health.
But first: remember you are your own best advocate. You can be on the lookout for these ingredients and choose not to purchase them if you want to protect yourself or your family from potentially adverse effects.
Found in some fruit-flavored drinks, energy drinks, fruit-flavored syrups, and baked goods. It’s used to keep, “flavorings from separating and floating to the top of the beverage.”
What’s the problem? According to Consumer Reports:
Peer-reviewed studies conducted on rodents have linked brominated vegetable oil (BVO) to neurological problems; thyroid, heart and liver problems; and behavioral, developmental, and reproductive issues.
Found in baked goods and some frozen foods. Used to cause dough to rise higher, strengthen dough and enhance dough texture.
What’s the problem? It may increase a person’s risk of developing cancer.
Found In packaged foods like tortillas, baked goods, and cake icing. It is a preservative that extends shelf life.
What’s the problem? It has been shown, “to cause endocrine disruption and reproductive issues in lab animal testing,” according to Consumer Reports.
Found in red-colored foods. Many U.S. snack foods and drinks contain it.
What’s the problem? It has been linked to thyroid tumors in lab animals and hyperactivity in human children. Some people also experience a skin allergy to it nd it has been linked to bladder cancer. Weirdly, it’s been banned in cosmetics for decades but is still allowed in our food.
NOT BANNED IN CA YET: Titanium dioxide
Found in: creamer, sauces, chocolate, candy. It’s used to make foods look whiter, or as a primer to make other colorings look brighter.
What’s the problem? Its been linked to digestive problems and is banned in Europe because it may damage genetic material. Yikes.
Not really. Many of these ingredients have been banned in Europe for a long time. That’s why Italian Fanta is made with real orange juice, whereas U.S. Fanta is made with artificial dyes and colors. I know which one I would prefer.
Think Texas should follow California on this one particular issue? Head to Texas.gov to find your representative and let them know how you feel.
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Round Rock Juneteenth mass shooting
Two people are dead and multiple people are injured after a shooting at a Juneteenth concert in Round Rock Saturday night. FOX 7 Austin’s Jessica Rivera has the latest from Old Settlers Park.
ROUND ROCK, Texas – The city of Round Rock’s Juneteenth celebration ended early Saturday night after an altercation broke out between two groups. Round Rock police say during the altercation someone pulled a gun and fired it during the concert.
“It is unfortunate that we are here celebrating a wonderful event, and we have a tragedy that happens. My thoughts, my prayers go out to our victims. My condolences go out to the families of the deceased at this time,” said Round Rock Police Chief Allen Banks.
Chief Banks confirmed during Sunday morning’s press conference that two people died at the scene. According to ATCEMS, four adults and two children were taken to local hospitals with potentially serious injuries.
“All the victims and the deceased were not emergency personnel or first responders. They were actually folks that were there enjoying the concert,” said Chief Banks.
Chief Banks says at this time the Round Rock Police Department and the FBI are investigating this mass shooting.
“As you can imagine, with a traumatic incident like this, people are going to have different accounts of what happened and different accounts of what that suspect might have looked like. And so, this is why it’s an ongoing investigation. We’re trying to piece that together,” said Chief Banks.
“Our goal is to put those folks behind bars. And our goal is to get them put away for life, and, and we’re going to work tirelessly to do that. No stone left unturned,” said Chief Banks.
Round Rock PD says there’s no suspect in custody at this time. They are asking for the public’s help. Anyone with any information on Saturday night’s shooting is asked to report it to the police department at 512-218-5500.
Round Rock — At least two people are dead and multiple people are injured after a shooting at Old Settler’s Park in Round Rock, according to local officials.
Round Rock Police said they received a call about a shooting at the Juneteenth Festival just before 11:00 p.m. Saturday night.
Officers were already working the event which had been promoted by the City of Round Rock and immediately began rendering aid to multiple victims.
Round Rock police said two people died but said they would not give specific numbers on injuries at this point in the investigation.
The two people deceased have not yet been identified.
Austin-Travis County EMS reported transporting six people with injuries from the scene to area hospitals, including two children.
Police say they are searching for suspects, none are in custody.
The FBI and Texas DPS are assisting in the investigation.
Round Rock Police Chief Allen Banks called the shooting a senseless tragedy.
“It breaks your heart for a family that was coming out to enjoy their evening,” Banks said.
He thanked responding officers and firefighters, “I have no doubt their action saved lives tonight.”
The Juneteenth Festival concert was billed as a free family event, scheduled from 5:00 p.m. until midnight.
Performers at the concert included DJ Hella Yella and Paul Wall who wrote on X, formerly known as Twitter, “Round Rock, we are praying for everybody.”
Police say the shooting happened near vendor stands, not the stage area.
Round Rock police is asking anyone who witnessed the shooting or who has video of the shooting to contact them at (512) 218-5500.
AUSTIN (KXAN) – With two weeks to think about their 5-1 loss to Real Salt Lake, Austin FC suffered another defeat Saturday evening 2-0 to the Colorado Rapids at Dick’s Sporting Goods Park.
While Austin controlled possession more than half the game, they did not have much success offensively. The visitors managed zero shots on goal with eight shot attempts overall.
Colorado struck first in the 22nd minute with a goal from Cole Bassett. The other goal for the Rapids came early in the second half courtesy of Rafael Navarro.
The loss is Austin’s third straight as they have slowed after a strong stretch from late April into May. With another match netting them zero points, Austin is now in eighth place in the Western Conference.
The Verde and Black will next be in action Wednesday evening at 7:30 p.m. as they’ll host LAFC at Q2 Stadium in Austin.
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