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Sometimes referred to as sulphur, sulfur is a natural element that occurs in the earth and is very useful not only for the human body on a cellular level but also for many products we see and use everyday.
The familiar odor of sulfur smells to most like rotten eggs and therefore is easily discernable to most people, even if they are not sure what it is used for.
Sulfur exists naturally in all living cells, whether they are plant or animal, including humans. It is found abundantly in amino acids and all enzymes that contain those amino acids. Though it is approved by the US government as a very small, limited additive in some food products, it should never be added by anyone but food manufacturers. This is because sulfur at high concentrations turns into an acid that can be extremely harmful to humans. It can adversely affect or even permanently impair the eyes and lungs. It can also cause suffocation.
The smell of rotten eggs usually warns you of exposure to this element, but certain types of it can deaden your sense of smell, making you unaware to exposure to it. For this reason if you are in an area with heavy sulfur deposits such as near volcanoes or hot springs, proceed with caution. Overexposure to it can cause the injuries already stated if heavily ingested for long periods of time.
Since there is no recommended amount, you should never use or add this ingredient to anything, instead settling for whatever naturally occurs and however much you are exposed to. In fact, you can usually go through your day with no clue that you have ingested any, since the trace amounts safely added to your food has no taste.
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