7 food additives and preservatives one should avoid

Jan31,2024

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Consuming trans fats has been shown to increase the risk of heart disease, type 2 diabetes, and stroke.

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Trans fats

Sodium nitrate is typically found in processed meats. Studies have shown that consuming too much sodium nitrite can lead to pancreatic cancer and other significant health problems.

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Sodium Nitrite

MSG is naturally created from a chemical called glutamate and looks similar to sugar or salt.

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Monosodium Glutamate (MSG)

Artificial food colors are chemicals used to color food and drinks

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Artificial food coloring

It’s believed that HFCS can lead to obesity and type 2 diabetes.

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High Fructose Corn Syrup

Aspartame can increase blood glucose levels, and may even cause anxiety.

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Aspartame

This common preservative keeps foods from changing color, changing the flavor or becoming rancid.

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BHA & BHT