The following is a chart containing some of the more common food additives in use. Although I believe many of the following products to be harmful to the human body, I have not made distinctions here. To do so would be presumptuous without proper factual evidence. In no way do I advocate anyone making dietary changes based solely on this information. I compiled this chart with the intention as an informational guide to help us to better understand the origins and uses of certain additives.
Vitamin E prevents oils from becoming rancid.
Vegetable oil Artificial Coloring BLUE No. The dye does not seep through the orange skin into the pulp. This dye is rarely used. Candy, beverages RED No. The most widely used food dye.