While the following article is about Veggie Burgers, the same info could be true of Reliv or any other products that contain soy.
Which Veggie Burgers Were Made With a Neurotoxin?
The Cornucopia Institute reports that most non-organic veggie burgers currently on the market are made with the chemical hexane -- a neurotoxin.
Makers of many soy-based burgers submerge the soybeans in hexane to separate the oil from the protein and reduce the amount of fat in the product.
If a non-organic burger contains soy protein isolate, soy protein concentrate, or texturized vegetable protein, it was likely made using hexane.
Veggie burgers made with hexane include:
- Amy's Kitchen
- Boca Burger, conventional
- Franklin Farms
- Garden Burger
- It’s All Good Lightlife
- Morningstar Farms
- President’s Choice
- Taste Above
- Trader Joe's
- Yves Veggie Cuisine
Alternet notes that:
“Products labeled ‘organic’ aren't allowed to contain any hexane-derived ingredients, but that rule doesn't apply to foods that are labeled ‘made with organic ingredients.’”
Sources:
What are the Risks of Eating Hexane-Tainted Food?
Beware: Hexane is Even in Organic Infant Formula!
More Reasons to Ditch Veggie Burgers and Other Forms of Processed Soy
Why You Want to be Very Careful With Veggieburgers