The Preposterous History of Artificial Flavors, Part Two: Ain't Nothing Like The Real Thing
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The Evolution of Artificial Flavors
Exploring the origins of artificial flavors from organic chemistry advancements in the 19th century to the lack of regulation in early products. The chapter discusses how synthetic flavors began replacing real extracts for economic reasons, the concerns over consumer safety, and the impact of regulations like the Pure Food and Drug Act of 1906.
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