Here’s what these nutrition experts had to say about exactly which food additives you shouldand shouldn’tworry about.
However, more evidence is needed to support a conclusive statement.
“These additives have been shown to possibly contribute to an increased risk of colon cancer.”
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These changes may lead to an increased risk of inflammatory bowel disease."
“Guar gum issafe in moderationfor most people, and sourced from a legume called guar beans.
It is high in fiber and has been associated withbetter digestive healthas well as increased feelings of fullness.”
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“Cellulose is used as an anti-caking agent to prevent the ingredients from sticking together,” he says.
“Cellulose is the same structure chemicallyregardless of what tree or plant it comes from,” Akhaphong adds.
“Cellulose is completely harmless,” says Akhaphong.
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“There’s a trend of not eating foods that contain unfamiliar ingredients.
One ingredient that sounds unfamiliar is ascorbic acid,” says Western.
“This is simply vitamin C, written in its chemical name.
This is because vitamin C is an antioxidant.”
