Tag: Food additives

Aspartame, a synthetic sweetener widely used in diet products, was rebranded by its manufacturer as AminoSweet in the 2010s to give it a more 'natural' feel. This move followed years of public debate and consumer complaints regarding the additive's safety, with some suggesting a rebranding was an attempt to circumvent the controversy.

According to a 2023 study published in *Toxicology Reports*, exposure to the synthetic food dye Red 40 can cause DNA damage and intestinal inflammation in animal models. This, along with other concerns, contributes to the ongoing debate about the dye's health risks.

According to the official M&M's ingredients list for the United States, the candy does contain "Red 40 Lake" and "Red 40," alongside other artificial colorings. This fact is a key part of the larger conversation surrounding food dyes in processed foods.

In 2012, the European Union banned an ingredient once found in Gatorade called brominated vegetable oil (BVO), leading to the drink's initial removal from European shelves. However, the ingredient landscape is more complex, involving not just BVO but also strict regulations on specific artificial colors.

Over 50% of the world's commercial supply of seaweed-derived hydrocolloids is produced in Southeast Asia, where they have been used for centuries. Contrary to popular belief, seaweed does not have gelatin, but it does contain several different gelling agents that serve as vegan and vegetarian alternatives.

According to ingredient lists, some specific lines of Bebeto sweets are made without artificial colors, using fruit and vegetable concentrates instead. The answer to 'do Bebeto sweets contain artificial colors?' depends on the exact product, as some varieties, particularly older ones, do list synthetic dyes.

According to the official Kinder's website, none of their products contain added MSG. This is great news for those who enjoy the flavor of Kinder's The Blend but want to avoid added monosodium glutamate.

Historically, the main ingredients in hot chocolate—cocoa powder, milk, and sugar—are all naturally gluten-free. However, whether a finished cup of hot chocolate is truly gluten free depends heavily on the specific mix used, added ingredients, and the risk of cross-contamination.

According to a 2023 review, yeast extract is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA and can even aid in salt reduction without compromising taste. However, conflicting information leaves many people asking, "Should I avoid yeast extract?" and whether it's truly a harmless addition to their diet.

According to research, ultra-processed foods account for over 60% of the daily calorie intake in many countries. This alarming statistic highlights the critical question: why shouldn't we eat packet food?, revealing the serious health consequences hidden beneath convenient packaging.