Additives are substances that are added to food in order to keep it in good condition or improve its smell, taste or color. You have to be careful because some of them, in high doses, can be related to the appearance of cancer or cases of hyperactivity in children. ☠
There are 6 dyes that have been directly related to the appearance or increase of hyperactivity episodes in children. These colorants are: E110, E104, E122, E129, E102, E124. 🎨
All these colorants are widely distributed and in a wide variety of very attractive foods for children and adults, from dairy desserts (custards, yogurts, smoothies …) to juices and soft drinks. 🧃
There is the antioxidant with the reference E385 or EDTA (ethylenediaminetetracetic acid) capable of retaining minerals and preventing their absorption (facilitates their expulsion via feces, so the body cannot use them), but which in large doses can cause gastrointestinal disorders such as diarrhea and vomiting and even clotting problems. This additive is found in sauces like mayonnaise, as well as legumes and other blunt greens. 🥫
Artificial sweeteners like aspartame (E951) or (E950) are used as sugar substitutes because they sweeten without adding extra calories. However, in animal studies, both neurological and potentially carcinogenic side effects have been observed. In small doses, they can cause headaches that can be quite serious if consumption is prolonged and continuous. They are used in low-calorie, light or 0% products, both in drinks and in cookies or pastries. 🍩
Control the consumption of these additives and you will avoid future health problems. 💪