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Quentien M. Brewington

5 published articles.

Laboratory glassware and a molecular illustration labeled Propylparaben.

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Propylparaben: The Preservative in the Tortilla Aisle That California No Longer Wants in Food

A packaged tortilla can remain soft and apparently fresh long...

By Quentien M. BrewingtonAug 19, 202612 min read

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Spoon of white powder and a jar, labeled Titanium Dioxide.

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Titanium Dioxide Decoded: The White Pigment That Split the World's Food-Safety Authorities

Evidence context, reviewed October 8, 2026: EFSA concluded that a genotoxicity concern could not be ruled out. That is not proof that every food exposure causes cancer in people.

By Quentien M. BrewingtonAug 26, 202612 min read

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Spoon of white powder beside bread slices, labeled Potassium Bromate.

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Potassium bromate makes dough stronger

Evidence context, reviewed October 8, 2026: Keep jurisdictions and implementation dates explicit.

By Quentien M. BrewingtonAug 27, 202611 min read

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Sugar, sweetener cubes, and zero-sugar packaged foods on a kitchen counter.

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Sweetness Decoded | What Sweetener Labels Leave Unanswered

Evidence review updated October 8, 2026. Sweeteners differ in chemistry, intended use and evidence.

By Quentien M. BrewingtonFirst published Sep 4, 20266 min read

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Fresh whole and sliced strawberries on a dark kitchen surface.

Food Safety

Decoded | Why Strawberries are trending & the exposed blind spot in how Food Safety is measured

Evidence context, reviewed October 8, 2026: Detection, residue quantity, a legal limit exceedance and demonstrated health harm are different findings.

By Quentien M. BrewingtonFirst published Sep 4, 202613 min read

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