1. Sugar –1 can of soda has on average 11 teaspoons of sugar which weakens the immune system by 30%
2. Caffeine –high amounts adversely affects brain chemistry
3. Cows milk – FDA allows the residue of up to 60 different antibiotics plus growth hormones
4. BHT/BHA – preservative- weakens the immune system
5. Artificial Coloring- some are known carcinogens
6. Propylene Glycol – food additive that is also antifreeze used to de-ice airplanes
7. Sodium Nitrite – used to cure meat – a known carcinogen
8. EDTA – a preservative that causes kidney damage and calcium imbalances
9. MSG – Usually listed as "natural flavors". Causes damage the retina of infant rats and destroys nerve cells in the hypothalamus of the brain
10. Aspartame (NutraSweet) – Kills healthy intestinal flora and thus weakens the immune system
11. Over the Counter Drugs – Aspirin, Tylenol, Advil, etc. – all suppress white blood cells and therefore weaken the immune system. Causes intestinal bleeding, kidney, liver damage and death of over 10,000 / year
Dr. Kevin Dette is the clinic director at Pacific Family Chiropractic located in Downtown Vista. To schedule an appointment Call 760-643-9191
