Why Foods With Additives May Lead to Weight Gain
Researchers studied 924 adults to understand if food additives—like preservatives and artificial sweeteners found in processed foods—are connected to weight …
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Researchers studied 924 adults to understand if food additives—like preservatives and artificial sweeteners found in processed foods—are connected to weight …
Read MoreScientists exposed fruit fly larvae to aluminum chloride (a form of aluminum) through their food for 24 hours and watched what happened. They found that higher …
Read MoreResearchers discovered that Tween 80, a common additive found in many processed foods and medications, may cause gut inflammation similar to inflammatory bowel …
Read MoreFood additives are chemicals added to foods to preserve them, improve taste, or change color. Governments around the world have strict rules about which …
Read MoreA major health organization reviewed what scientists know about ultra-processed foods—the heavily manufactured snacks and convenience items we eat every day. …
Read MoreMany people today don't eat enough variety in their food, which means they're missing important vitamins and minerals their bodies need. Adding nutrients to …
Read MoreScientists tested whether folic acid could protect rat brains from damage caused by zinc oxide nanoparticles—tiny particles used in many foods and medicines. …
Read MoreScientists discovered that when tiny particles of silicon dioxide (a substance used in many foods and products) are swallowed regularly, they can build up in …
Read MoreScientists discovered that a common food additive called polysorbate-80 can cause inflammation in the intestines. In this study, researchers found that a …
Read MoreResearchers looked at packaged foods from supermarkets in five Latin American countries to see how many contain food additives—the ingredients companies add to …
Read MoreFor decades, people have worried that MSG (a common food flavoring) causes headaches, flushing, and tingling sensations—a condition called Chinese Restaurant …
Read MoreTitanium dioxide is a white powder used to color foods, but the European Union banned it because of safety concerns. Scientists wanted to understand if the …
Read MoreScientists reviewed 35 natural flavoring ingredients made from plants like pepper, ginger, and pine to make sure they're safe for people to eat. These flavors …
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