The dye industry, heavy on the use of petrochemicals, is one of the world’s biggest polluters. Now dyes can be made by microorganisms that -grow- colors.
The dye industry, heavy on the use of petrochemicals, is one of the world’s biggest polluters. Now dyes can be made by microorganisms that -grow- colors.
“It’s 100% natural!” “So is arsenic.” …
When I see “without chemicals” I just assume it’s shorthand for “without known harmful chemicals, probably” until I carefully read the label and learn more
Asbestos is literally 100% natural. A pure natural product.
So are hemlock and belladonna.
The internet also does get “the dose makes the poison”.
Really!? Crazy, imma read up on asbest today :), thanks for the factoid!
It’s mineral mined from the ground.
My favorite: “With natural ingredients!”
There are artificial colors that are not known to be harmful, so would that also mean they are without chemicals?
I take it as shorthand for “without known harmful chemicals, probably, also, we think you’re an idiot”.