Proplyene Glycol is an additive that is present in many dog foods to help with moisture content. In dog food it is an acceptable ingredient that the FDA considers as generally safe. If propylene glycol was present in high levels in dog food it could be toxic, however. Propylene Glycol is used in food to accomplish several things: 1  To absorb extra water and help keep food moist.  As a solvent for colors and flavors in the food.
What is Diphtheria? Diphtheria is caused by the bacterium Corynebacterium diphtheriae. This germ produces a toxin that can harm or destroy human body tissues and organs. One type of diphtheria affects the throat and sometimes the tonsils. Another type, more common in the tropics, causes ulcers on the skin. Diphtheria affects people of all ages, but most often it strikes unimmunized children.
Diphtheria, tetanus, and pertussis are serious diseases. caused by bacteria. . Diphtheria and pertussis are spread. from person to person. Tetanus enters the body through. cuts or wounds. DIPHTHERIA. causes a thick covering in the back of. the throat. â¢ It can lead to breathing problems, paralysis, heart. failure, and even death.