Is BHT safe?
What it is
A synthetic antioxidant that keeps fats in cereal, chips and gum from going stale. Sometimes it's in the packaging instead of the food.
What families watch for
Research is mixed, and many families choose to avoid it. Some brands have removed it in response.
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Look for cereals and snacks preserved with mixed tocopherols (vitamin E) or rosemary extract.
Also listed as: bht, butylated hydroxytoluene, e321
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Educational information only, not medical advice. Always read the package in your hand and talk to your doctor about allergies or health conditions.