THE HANDSTAND
august 2005
Racketeering Charges Filed Against NutraSweet Co., American Diabetes Association, Monsanto & Dr Robert H. Moser for Manufacturing and Marketing Toxic Aspartame
A RACKETEER INFLUENCED & CORRUPT ORGANIZATIONS [RICO] complaint has been filed in U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California. The suit, filed by a member of The National Justice League, charges the defendants with manufacturing and marketing a deadly neurotoxin unfit for human consumption, while they assured the pubic that aspartame (also known as NutraSweet/Equal) contaminated products are safe and healthful, even for children and pregnant women. Present Secretary of Defense Donald Rumsfeld is mentioned throughout the lawsuit.
As evidence, an explosive affidavit from a former
employee of the G.D. Searle Co - the developer of
aspartame - will be made public at a National Press
Conference on Thursday, September 16 at
For 16 years, the FDA denied approval of aspartame because of compelling evidence of its contributing to brain tumors and other serious disabilities. Donald Rumsfeld, present Secretary of Defense in the Bush Administration, left President Ford's administration as Chief of Staff to become the CEO of aspartame producer G D Searle Co. in 1981. Shortly after, Rumsfeld became the CEO, and the day after President Reagan took office, aspartame was quickly approved by FDA Commissioner Arthur Hayes over the objections of the FDA's Public Board of Inquiry. Hayes had been recently appointed by the Reagan Administration. Shortly after aspartame's approval by the FDA, Hayes joined NutraSweet's public relations firm under a ten year contract at $1,000 a day.
Aspartame/NutraSweet was the product of the G. D. Searle Co. In January 1977, the FDA wrote a 33 page letter to U.S. Justice Department Attorney Sam Skinner: "We request that your office convene a Grand Jury investigation into apparent violations of the Federal Food, Drug and Cosmetic Act." Skinner allowed the Statute of Limitations to run.
Three FDA Commissioners and eight other officers and Skinner took jobs in the aspartame industry shortly after it was approved in 1982.
The Food and Drug Administration once listed 92 adverse reactions from 10,000 consumer complaints and sent the list to all inquirers. In 1996 the FDA stopped taking complaints and now denies existence of the report. Seizures, blindness, sexual dysfunction, obesity, testicular, mammary and brain tumors and death, plus dozens of other dread diseases named in the suit arise from the consumption of this neurotoxin.
Defendant Moser, past CEO of NutraSweet, is cited for
misrepresenting facts to public and commercial users with
full knowledge of the deceptions. The toxin is sold to
Bayer, Con Agra Foods, Dannon, Smucker, Kellogg, Wrigley,
PepsiCo, Kraft Foods (Crystal Light), Conopco
(Slim-Fast), Coke, Pfizer, Wal-Mart and Wyeth (to name a
few), who use it in some of their products, including
children's vitamins. The National Justice League
currently has suits filed against these companies in
Defendant American Diabetes Association's mission is
to care for diabetics. A 35 year
The
seven count indictment includes charges for violation of
California Consumers Legal Remedies Act, Fraud,
violations of California Civil Code §1780-1784 and
Injunctive Relief: that Defendants be enjoined from
future use/sale of aspartame.
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Two more American giants, Pfizer and Slimfast, have
been sued in
The toxicity and progressive destruction to users of Aspartame/NutraSweet/Equal was established in three congressional hearings and books by world renowned physicians like Doctors H. J. Roberts, M.D. and Russell Blaylock, M.D.
More complaints have been filed with the FDA on aspartame than on all other food additives combined. FDA once published a list of 92 adverse reactions to this poison from 10,000 consumer reports - symptoms included seizures, blindness and death. FDA doesn't take the complaints any more, nor do they post the reaction list, perhaps because many high ranking FDA officials have joined the NutraSweet industry.
scientific data on
aspartame:
Aspartame, ( C14H1805 :
L-Aspartyl-L Phenylalanine Methyl Ester, is its official
chemical name ), is made up of three chemicals, 40% -
Aspartic Acid, 50% - Phenylalanine and 10% - Methanol. It
is argued by those that want you to believe that
Aspartame is something good is because they state that
phenylalanine and aspartic acid are important amino acids
and are commonly found in many foods bound to proteins.
There are people very sensitive to phenylalanine. It
causes a disease called PKU which can be fatal. However,
there is a huge problem with anyone saying Aspartame is
good. These amino acids in Aspartame are absorbed and
metabolized differently from those found in normal foods.
This is because the proteins in foods are broken down
very gradually and the amino acids which comprise a full
range of them are gradually absorbed slowly. This gradual
absorption leads to a very slow and small increase in
some of the plasma amino acids. With Aspartame however,
the aspartic acid and phenylalanine which are free and
unbound to any proteins, are very quickly absorbed. This
causes a rush of amino acids into the system which leads
to spikes in plasma amino acids. For reference pertaining
to this process, refer to the medical journal Metabolism
(36/5):507-512. Some fruit juices and alcoholic beverages
contain small amounts of methanol which is 10% of
Aspartame. It is very important to remember, methanol
never appears alone. In every case, ethanol is present
and usually in much higher amounts. Ethanol is an
antidote for methanol toxicity to the body. All natural
foods that contain methanol contain ethanol. It is mother
natures way of protecting the body from methanol toxicity
In Aspartame, THERE IS NO ETHANOL to
counter the methanol!
What Does Aspartame Do In The Body - It Is
Another Excitotoxin?
Aspartate acts as a neurotransmitter in the brain by
facilitating the transmission of information from neuron
to neuron. Aspartic Acid which is 40% of Aspartame, is an
amino acid. When it is taken in its' free form as in
Aspartame, ( unbound to proteins ), it significantly
raises the blood plasma levels of Aspartate. This excess
Aspartate leads to a high level of this neuro transmitter
in certain areas of the brain. Too much Aspartate in the
brain kills certain neurons by allowing the influx of too
much calcium into the cells. This influx then triggers
excessive amounts of free radicals which literally kills
brain cells. The neural cell damage that can be caused by
excessive asparate or glutamate, ( glutamate is also
known as MSG, another excitotoxin ). These exicotoxins
excite or stimulate neural cells to literal death!
Some areas of the brain affected by these spiked
levels of aspartate ARE NOT protected by the blood
brain barrier which protects the brain. A large majority,
75% or more of neural cells in particular areas of the
brain are killed before any clinical symptoms of a
chronic illness are finally seen. Aspartic Acid has a
cumulative harmful effect on the endocrine system and
reproductive systems as well. Several animal experiments
show that exicotoxic amino acids can penetrate the
placental barrier and cause damage to the fetus, the
unborn child. These same excitotoxins also dramatically
lower the male and female hormones testosterone and
estrogen. DNA damage to sperm has been reported from
Aspartame use.
In both human and animal study experiments, plasma
asparate levels are shown to spike to high levels after
liquid administration of Aspartame. Humans are five times
more susceptible to aspartic acid and glutamic acid,
(MSG) than rodents, and twenty times more susceptible
than monkeys. Why? Because they concentrate these
excitatory amino acids in their blood plasma to much
higher levels and for a longer period of time.
These are just a few of the many chronic illnesses
that have contribute to long-term exposure to these
excitotoxin amino acids such as asparate acid which is
40% of Aspartame. Multiple Sclerosis, Hormonal Problems,
Hearing Loss, Epilepsy, Alzheimer's Disease, Amyotrophic
Lateral Sclerosis, (ALS - Lou Gehriig's Disease),
Parkinson's Disease, Hypoglycemia, AIDS Dementia, Brain
Lesions and Tumors, Neuroendocrine Disorders. I wonder,
could all that cereral Lou Dehrig ate which contain
glutamic acid as a preservative added caused his disease?
Phenylalanine - 50% Of Aspartame
Phenylalanie is an amino acid normally found in the
brain. Persons with the genetic disorder phenyletonuria,
(PKU), cannot metabolize phenylalanine. This leads to
dangerously high levels of pheylalanine in the brain
which can be lethal. It has been shown that ingesting
Aspartame, especially with carbohydrates, can lead to
excess levels of phenylalanine in the brain. Even in
persons that do not have PKU. Human testing has shown
that phenylalanine levels of the blood were decreased
significantly in humans test subjects who used Aspartame
regularly. Even a single dose of Aspartame raises blood
phenylalanine levels. This study, "Dietary
Phenylalanine and Brain Function", was performed by
Dr. Wurtman and Dr. Walker. They presented their findings
at the 1st International Meeting on Dietary Phenylalanine
and Brain Function in
Excessive levels of phenylalanine in the brain causes
the level of serotonin to decrease. This can lead to
emotional disorders such as depression. Could this be why
today, the largest number of people in this country are
being treated for depression? In addition, the decrease
in serotonin results in carbohydrate cravings which can
lead to increased consumption of carbohydrates. Normal
levels of serotonin blunts the sensation of craving
carbohydrates. With serotonin decreased, weight gain and
excess weight that never goes away regardless of how one
diets is seen. Serotonin is part of the feedback system
that controls metabolism. In his testimony before the
U.S. Congress, Dr. Louis J. Elsas showed that high blood
phenylalanine can be concentrated in parts of the brain.
This can be very dangerous for infants and fetuses. He
also showed that phenylalanine is metabolized much more
efficiently by rodents than humans, thus making it even
more dangerous for humans. The hypothalmus, the medulla
obolngata and corpus straitum areas of the brain received
the largest concentrations of phenylalanine buildup. This
excessive buildup can cause schizophrenia and make one
more susceptible to seizures and even brain tumors.
Dr. John Olney has testified before Congress that
Aspartame causes brain tumors.
Dr. H.J.
Roberts published an abstract in 1995 entitled,
"Aspartame and Hyperthyroidism A Presidential
Affliction Reconsidered ". It stated, "The
consumption of products containing Aspartame, (
NutraSweet ), by health conscious persons, coupled with a
marked decrease in caloric intake and physical activity,
may trigger primary hyperthyroidism, ( Graves Eyes
Disease )." This was based on two biologically
unrelated stepsisters along with another patient. Dr.
Roberts warned that patients with this disease should
stop using Aspartame added foods and be observed for a
possible remission before radioiodine treatment to
destroy the thyroid or surgery. Dr. Roberts also reported
in an abstract that Carpal Tunnel Syndrome is caused due
to Aspartame induced disease. Interestingly enough,
DKP) - A Breakdown Of Phenylalanine
A Dangerous Brain Tumor Causing Chemical
DKP, also known by its'' chemical name,
Aspertylphenylalanine Diketopiperaine is a breakdown
product of phenylalanine. Dr. John Olney noted that DKP
when nitrosated in the gut, produced a compound which is
similar to N-nitrosourea. This is a powerful brain tumor
causing chemical. In addition, DKP has been implicated as
a cause of uterine polyps and changes in blood
cholesterol by FDA Toxicologist, Dr. Jacqueline Verrett.
Remember her name for later, she testified before the
U.S. Congress against Aspartame. However, her testimony
was ignored.
Two pre-approval studies of Aspartame showed an
unusual large number of brain tumors in test animals.
Those studies were named, E33/34 and E70. Twelve brain
tumors were found in the experimental animals. Dr. Olney
testified, a board certified neuropathologist, "I
know that spontaneous brain tumors in laboratory rats are
extremely rare, so this is alarming." The archival
literature documents an incidence not exceeding 0.6%.
Since the above incident in NutraSweet fed rats is 3.75%,
this strongly suggests that NutraSweet may cause brain
tumors. It certainly suggests the need for additional
in-depth research to rule out that possibility in humans.
Dr. Olney's testimony and warnings were ignored. In 1991,
Dr. H.J. Roberts published an article in the Journal of
Advancement in Medicine. It shows a correlation between
the suddenly rising incidence of Primary Brain Cancer and
Primary Brain Lymphoma soon after Aspartame was put on
the market. In addition, severe adverse effects of
Aspartame use by Parkinson's Disease patients has been
reported to the FDA and to independent organizations such
as Mission Possible International and Apartame Consumer
Safety. Excitotoxins have been implicated in the
development and worsening of Parkinson's Disease, (
Blaylock 1994, Choi, 1992, Kurland, 1988 ). It is sad
that actor Michael J. Fox who pitched Diet Pepsi in
commercials and drank it for years is suffering from
Parkinson's Disease. I wonder if he knows that it could
very will be the asparatme causing his disease? A
personal message to Michael. If you really want to do
some good using your celebrity, then get behind the cause
of banning Aspartame!
Methanol ( aka wood alcohol/poison - 10% in
Aspartame )
Methanol is gradually released in the small intestine
when the methyl group of Aspartame encounters the enzyme
chymotrypsin. The absorption of methanol into the body is
sped up considerably when free methanol is ingested.
Free, meaning Aspartame. Free methanol is created from
Aspartame when it is heated to 86F degrees or higher.
This occurs when foods containing Aspartame, including
most gum products, are stored improperly or when heated.
Interesting, what about all those diet soft drinks
sweetened with Aspartame that ride around in delivery
trucks in 100 degree weather or stored in hot warehouses?
When Aspartame is absorbed quickly as free methanol in
the small intestine, the total amount of methanol
absorbed will be approximately 10% of the Aspartame
ingested.
An EPA assessment of methanol states, " methanol
is considered a cumulative poison due to the low rate of
excretion once it is absorbed." The absorbed
methanol is then slowly converted to formaldehyde by
alcohol dehygrogenase in the liver. Yes, I said
formaldehyde. This formaldehyde is then converted to
formic acid by aldehy dehydrogenase in the liver by
formaldehyde dehydrogenase in the blood, or through the
tetrahydrofolic acid dependent one carbon pool. Methanol
thus breaks down into two things in the body. Formic
acid, and formaldehyde which is embalming fluid.
Basically, your embalming yourself even before your dead.
Formaldehyde Is A Deadly Neurotoxin!
Formaldehyde is known as a carcinogen. It is known to
cause Squamous Cell Carcinoma in experimental animals. It
causes retinal damages, interferes with DNA replication,
causes birth defects. Formaldehyde stores in fat cells,
particularly on the hips and thighs. It is potentially
toxic to the retina and optic nerve. These organs are
highly vulnerable to metabolic disturbances and
neurotoxins because of their unique metabolic
requirements. Methanol and its' by products cause
swelling of the optic nerve and degeneration of ganglion
cells in the retina. Repeated exposure to low doses of
formaldehyde are shown to cause a wide range of health
problems, ( John 19194, Liu 1991, Molhave, 1986, National
Research Council 1981, page 175-220, Sirvasta 1992. The
researchers above stated, "Complaints pertaining to
gastrointestinal muscle skeletal and cardiovascular
systems were also more frequent in exposed subjects. In
spite of formaldehyde concentrations being well within
prescribed ACGIH, ( American Conference of Governmental
Industrial Hygienists ) limits' of 1ppm, the high rates
of sickness emphasize the need for detailed studies on
formaldehyde exposed subjects."
Formaldehyde appears to be much more toxic to the body
in small amounts than formic acid. This is derived from
aspartic acid, (Aspartame). The National Council Research
Council, 1982, page 179, stated the following about
formaldehyde:
"Some adverse effects of formaldehyde may be related
to its' high reactivity with amines and formation of
methanol adducts with nuclei acids, histones, proteins,
and amino acids. The methyanol adducts can react further
to form methlene linkages among these reactants. It
appears that before formaldehyde reacts with amino groups
in RNA, the hydrogen bonds forming the coiled RNA are
broken. Formaldehyde reacts with DNA less frequently with
RNA because the hydrogen bonds holding DNA in its' double
helix are more stable. Reaction of formaldehyde with DNA
has been observed by spectrophotometry and electron
microcopy. This results in irreversible denaturation. In
reactions with transfer RNA, formaldehyde interferes with
amino acid acceptance. The equilibrium reaction of
formaldehyde with DNA involves thermally activated
opening and closing of hydrogen bonds between matching
base pairs in the helix. If permanent cross links are
formed between DNA reactive sites and formaldehyde, these
links interfere with the replication of DNA and may
result in mutations."
……..Are The Adverse Effects of
Aspartame Dose Related?
The FDA claims that a daily dose of up to 50 mg/kg of
Aspartame to body weight is safe. Estimated consumption
of regular users is 2-10 mg/lg body weight. However, some
people have suffered Aspartame related disorders with
doses as small as that carried in a single stick of
chewing gum that contains it. In pregnancy, the effects
of Aspartame can be passed directly to the fetus, even in
very small doses. Even small doses of methanol in the
blood stream can damage vision. Folic Acid is believed by
most researchers to play a large role in protecting from
methanol poisoning by increasing the conversion of formic
acid to carbon dioxide and water. (Roe, 1982, Tephyly
1984, DHHS 1993a). Persons who have a folic acid
deficiency are most likely to be much more susceptible to
damage from chronic methanol ingestion. Nutritional
differences among individuals such as folic acid
deficiency may play an important part in the ability of
an individual to metabolize formate. Methanol ingestion
may even be more dangerous for persons taking certain
pharmaceutical prescriptions. The drug Disulfiram, known
as Antabuse, which is currently taken by over 400,000
persons in the
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