Food Additives - N

Nappy sterilisers - some contain hypochlorite, which contributes to organochlorin pollution. Vinegar, bicarbonate soda, lemon juice or eucalyptus may be added to the rinse water, or use hot water and sunlight to help destroy bacteria and make nappies white. 12

'Natural' - often means animal, especially in cosmetics. Avoid keratin, collagen, lanolin, elastin

Nitrosamines - compound formed in the stomach in the presence of amino acids, especially from meat. Known carcinogen. The consumption of Vitamin C with amino acids halts the reaction. 1