SOME chemicals found in popular food and drinks can increase the risk of dying from several diseases, research suggests. Ultra-processed foods (UPF), which typically contain five or more ingredient…
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Commonly used emulsifiers in modern food production include mustard, soy and egg lecithin, mono- and diglycerides, polysorbates, carrageenan, guar gum and canola oil.Low-fat spreads, ice cream, margarine, salad dressings, peanut butter and chocolate.While the sweetener remains popular, several studies have linked it to health issues.
Last month, the World Health Organization said, although the evidence is not conclusive, it was concerned that long-term use of sweeteners like aspartame may increase the risk of "type 2 diabetes, heart diseases, and mortality".And the of the growing concerns around UPF and has ordered a review into the evidence on ultra-processed foods.Cereals, frozen desserts, sugar-free chewing gum, diet fizzy pop and instant coffees.
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