You have probably heard this additive called natural flavoring, but it is a bit hard to swallow when you hear the truth. Castoreum extract is an orange-brown substance that is rather bitter; it’s used to flavor raspberry and vanilla treats like ice cream, cookies, yogurt, and so on. However, the extract comes from a beaver’s anal gland. The ingredient is in most processed foods, surprisingly.

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