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Taco Bell launched a marketing campaign to defend its "seasoned beef," which it claims is 88% premium beef and 12% "signature recipe." The hosts examine the ingredients in the signature recipe, noting the presence of silicon dioxide (sand) and sodium phosphates, which the company defends as FDA-approved and common in household spices.
Racial Targeting in Salt Guidelines, Taco Bell "Sand" Controversy
The hosts analyze a news segment from "SummerTomato.com" that specifically targets African Americans for salt reduction. They argue that the focus on race is a proxy for poverty, as lower-income individuals often rely on cheap, high-sodium fast food. This leads to a discussion of Taco Bell's use of silicon dioxide (sand) as an anti-caking agent in its meat.
