Additive
BHT
High concern
Linked to health concerns. We’d skip products that lean on this.
What it is
BHT, BHA’s cousin.
Why it’s used
Same job: keep oil from going off.
What to know
High concern. Banned in some beauty formulas. You don’t need it in a biscuit.
Who should skip
Everyone who can swap.
A gentler swap
Vitamin E, rosemary extract, eat the nuts sooner.
You’ll see it in
Cereal, gum, some cosmetics.
- May affect hormones
- Extra care in pregnancy
- Extra care for children
- Listed as an additive