US EditionPlastifiers and hydrocarbons found in olive oil sold in supermarkets, alert 60 million consumers
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Of the 22 references tested by the magazine, all "have at least one contaminant, and for some, in a significant amount", including organic oils.
The magazine found traces of petroleum derivatives in half of the olive oils tested. A third of them also have "a sensory defect".
Of a little over 20 bottles studied by the magazine, all contain traces of plasticizers and hydrocarbons.
"60 million consumers" analysed some 20 olive oils. All references, even organic ones, contain traces of plasticisers and hydrocarbons, which are dangerous to health.
A survey carried out by 60 million consumers and published on Thursday 24 April reveals toxic substances in extra virgin olive oils, including organic ones. Prices and labels do not protect.
Some olive oils conceal a multitude of harmful substances: hydrocarbons, plasticizers and other toxic products, highlighting a disturbing reality about the health of our daily diet.
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