America Is Ingesting Sunscreen: What You Need to Know About Titanium Dioxide

Scott Keatley, R.D., co-founder of Keatley Medical Nutrition Therapy, contributes to the discussion on titanium dioxide in foods by emphasizing proactive consumer behavior to reduce exposure. He notes that while the ingredient has been phased out by many companies in response to clean labeling guidelines, individuals still concerned about its presence should vigilantly read food labels. He explains that titanium dioxide might not be explicitly listed but could appear as 'artificial color' or 'color added', especially in products like candy, cookies, and other processed foods. Keatley encourages a varied diet as an additional strategy to minimize consumption of any single potentially harmful ingredient.