An increased AST level is usually a sign of liver disease. Liver disease is even more likely when the levels of substances checked by other liver blood tests have also increased. An increased AST level may be due to any of the following:
In order to keep itself fresh, the lettuce gives off carbon dioxide, causing a slight odour. This carbon dioxide is not harmful and the odour should disappear quickly once the salad package is opened.
BHA, BHT, & BTA are Harmful Food Preservatives. What are these food preservatives? BHA, BHT, and BTA act as antioxidants in our foods and are used in to extend shelf life. BTA, BHT, and BHA all preserve the freshness and wholesomeness of the foods that they are added to and prevent foods from spoiling. What products are these potentially harmful food preservatives found in?