Azodicarbonamide

Azodicarbonamide is a lab created chemical used as a whitening agent in baked goods and used in foamed plastics! Gases (nitrogen, carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, and ammonia) released by this substance produce a bubbles used to aid foam formation for plastics. Yet, also act as a flour bleaching agent. There are serious health concerns surrounding respiratory illnesses and potential for cancer. This ingredient has been banned in some countries. Be mindful of this sneaky chemical when checking your labels and nutritional information.