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In our daily diet, food additives are everywhere, they are like the "invisible companion" of food, silently changing the taste, color and shelf life of food. According to statistics, there are more than 2,700 types of food additives approved for use worldwide, and this huge number makes people wonder: are these additives safe? Are there some "toxic" additives that we need to be particularly wary of? Today, we will explore this topic together and reveal 5 food additives that should be eaten as little as possible.
First of all, we need to be clear that food additives are not all "flood beasts". Within the scope of reasonable use, they play an important role in improving food quality, extending shelf life, and improving production efficiency. For example, preservatives can prevent food spoilage, antioxidants can delay food oxidation, thickeners can improve the texture and taste of food, etc. The use of these additives not only enriches our dietary choices, but also ensures the safety and stability of food.
However, on the other hand, the problem of abuse and illegal addition of food additives cannot be ignored. In order to reduce costs or maximize profits, some unscrupulous businesses may overuse or illegally add certain harmful additives. These behaviors not only violate national laws and regulations, but may also cause potential harm to human health.
Five kinds of food additives that should be eaten as little as possible
1. Potassium bromate. Potassium bromate was once widely used in baked goods such as bread and used as a gluten strengthening agent for flour. However, studies have found that potassium bromate is somewhat toxic, and long-term intake may increase the risk of cancer. As a result, many countries have banned the use of potassium bromate as a food additive. However, the illegal use of potassium bromate may still occur in some informal channels or small workshops.
2. Sudan reds. Sudan dyes are an industrial dye that is illegally used in food dyeing because of its bright color. However, Sudan dyes are carcinogenic to humans, and long-term ingestion can lead to serious consequences such as liver damage and cancer. Although the state prohibits the use of Sudan dyes in food, there are still some unscrupulous businesses that illegally add Sudan dyes in order to beautify the appearance of food.
3. Sodium benzoate and benzoic acid. Sodium benzoate and benzoic acid are common preservatives that are widely used in food such as fruit juices, beverages, and condiments. While they are safe within the prescribed range of use, excessive intake can be harmful to human health. In particular, when sodium benzoate is mixed with beverages containing ascorbic acid, benzene, a carcinogen, may be formed. Therefore, consumers should pay attention to the ingredient list when buying this type of food, and try to choose products that do not add sodium benzoate or benzoic acid.
4. Hydrogenated vegetable oils and trans fats. Hydrogenated vegetable oil is a grease that is made solid or semi-solid by hydrotreating vegetable oil, and is commonly used in baked goods and fried foods. However, the hydrogenation process produces trans fats, which are extremely detrimental to human health. Long-term intake of trans fats may increase the risk of chronic disease. Therefore, consumers should try to avoid choosing products containing hydrogenated vegetable oils or trans fats, such as partially hydrogenated oils, shortenings, etc., when purchasing food.
5. Artificial colors and sweeteners. Artificial colors and sweeteners are commonly used additives in the food industry to improve the color and taste of food. However, some artificial colors and sweeteners may present health risks. Some artificial colors may cause allergic reactions; Some sweeteners, such as aspartame, are considered safe when ingested in moderation, but long-term high intake may be associated with a variety of health problems. Therefore, consumers should try to choose products with no or less artificial colors and sweeteners when buying food.
How to avoid the harm of food additives?
Understand the relevant knowledge of food additives and improve the awareness of self-protection. When buying food, carefully check the ingredient list and nutrition facts list and avoid buying products that contain harmful additives.
Try to buy food from regular channels, choose well-known brands and reputable merchants. These brands and merchants usually have stricter quality control systems and better after-sales service, which can better protect the rights and interests of consumers.
Processed foods often contain more food additives. In order to reduce our intake, we can try to choose fresh ingredients and cook our own food and reduce our dependence on takeout and fast food.
Eating a balanced diet with the right amount of nutrients is key to staying healthy. By matching ingredients and cooking methods, we can reduce our dependence on and intake of food additives.
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