40,000,000 Guinea Pig Children
1937
Rachel Lynn Palmer, Isidore, M. Alpher, M.D.
The dangers of unregulated food additives, drug residues, etc. on children. published in 1937
Key Takeaways:
- Applies the “guinea pig” critique specifically to children’s foods, drugs, and cosmetics.
- Argues that children are uniquely vulnerable to chemical additives, adulterants, and lax safety standards.
- Calls for child-focused public health protections and more rigorous testing of products marketed to families.
Categories
Dangers of Mainstream Foods and Toxins