Are you Eating Wood? Wood Pulp Found in Many Foods!!

Wood pulp also known as cellulose, is a found in many and most processed foods. Cellulose is used as a fiber supplement, a calorie reducer, a thickener, emulsifier, and anti-caking agent in processed and fast foods.  Cellulose has also been used to replace oil, flour, sugar and other more expensive ingredients.  Cellulose can be made from nearly any plant, but wood pulp and cotton are the least expensive and therefore most widely used.As consumers become more conscious of their fiber intake, cellulose has become a popular food additive found in many processed foods that advertise large amounts of dietary fiber.  As people eat less fruits and vegetables, the traditional source of dietary fiber, more food companies are adding cellulose to processed foods.  Since cellulose is water soluble, it is often used as a fiber additive for drinks, soups, and other liquids.

Wood Bulb is commonly found in the following foods: 

• Shredded Cheese
• Cracker
• BBQ Sauce
• Pizza Sauce
• Ice Cream
• Syrup

Health Problems Associated with Cellulose/Wood Pulp Consummation:

• Cancer
• Heart Disease
• Obesity
• Diabetes
• Dementia

Because Wood Pulp is commonly found in food, and is not stopped or limited by our government, it is important to be a smart shopper, read the label. Do not get sucked into the flashy advertising on the front of the box, jar or bag. Also do your research, if you don't know what an ingredient is, make sure to look it up and do plenty of research.