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Popcorn Makers Considering Using Olestra

Statement of CSPI Executive Director Michael F. Jacobson

May 21, 2004

The news that major microwave popcorn makers are considering using the diarrhea-inducing fake fat Olestra is unwelcome news for Americans' insides.

Some 20,000 people have filed complaints about abdominal cramps, diarrhea, and other health problems caused by Olestra--more complaints than for all other food additives combined.

There's already plenty of low-fat microwave popcorn on the market that doesn't make people sick. I hope ConAgra, General Mills, and Pop Weaver choose not to put their customers at risk of such dangerous side effects.

Michael Jacobson

Michael F. Jacobson, Ph.D., is Co-founder and President of the Center for Science in the Public Interest, a nonprofit health advocacy organization supported largely by the subscribers to its Nutrition Action Healthletter. CSPI is a key player in battles against obesity, cardiovascular disease, and other health problems, using tactics ranging from education to legislation to litigation. Jacobson has written numerous books and reports, including "Salt: the Forgotten Killer," and "Liquid Candy: How Soft Drinks are Harming Americans’ Health."

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Contact Jeff Cronin (jcronin[at]cspinet.org) or Ariana Stone (astone[at]cspinet.org).

Popcorn Makers Considering Using Olestra

Statement of CSPI Executive Director Michael F. Jacobson

Michael Jacobson

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