De Quervain's release is a surgical procedure to treat de Quervain's syndrome (stenosing radial tenosynovitis of the first dorsal compartment of the wrist), which has symptoms of pain with activities that require movement of the thumb.
The compound azodicarbonamide (ADA) is typically used in bread products to bleach flour and make the dough stronger while keeping it light and spongy. The additive is also an ingredient of shoe rubber and attic insulation, according to research released on Thursday by The Environmental Working Group (EWG).
Azodicarbonamide is banned in Australia, the U.K. and European countries. Whatâs more, if you add azodicarbonamide to food in Singapore, you could face up to 15 years in prison and a nearly $500,000 fine.