One Ingredient is Banned in 100 Countries
One of the main ingredients in Mountain Dew is banned in 100 countries. Brominated vegetable oil (BVO), which “acts as a binding agent” is used to keep two liquids together and is found in most soda products. While the chemical may be extremely convienient for the food industry, it raises many concerns for the health department. Elevated levels of BVO have been found to lead to thyroid issues, birth defects, schizophrenia, and cancer.