Food additives can be a silent danger that many people are expose to without realizing it. Under the food that tastes good Colorful and beautiful, there may be hidden food additives. Although eating delicious and mouthwatering food can be a source of happiness for many people, But eating foods that contain additives can cause health problems and illness.
Food additives are chemicals that enhance or enhance certain properties of food. Which may come from animals, plants, minerals, including synthetics. Different types of food additives are use for different purposes. Whether it is to enhance the taste, extend the life of food, or maintain the freshness of food. Food additives are something that can be seen almost every day. Such as food coloring, salt or MSG, although food additives use in the industry must only be inspect for quality and safety by the International Food Standards Organization or Codex. But consuming food additives can affect health.
There are a variety of processed food products that are delicious and provide convenience to people today. But there are more than 1,500 types of food additives use in various food products. That responds to consumer needs UFABET have warning against eating food containing food additives that are one of the most commonly use foods in Japan, as eating them in excessive amounts can have negative effects on the body at the cellular level. Let’s find out if we need to use food additives or not. And what food additives should we avoid?
Each meal may have different food additives as follows.
MSG: or monosodium glutamate It is another seasoning that is often use in restaurants and households. Has the ability to help enhance the taste of food. The belief that eating MSG can cause hair loss is not true. But MSG can have negative effects on the body in other ways. Destroys the frontal lobe of the brain Decreased vitamins in the body Increased risk of cancer Reduced immunity and intensify the symptoms of some diseases. In addition, among people who are sensitive to MSG, they may experience headaches, sweating, and numbness when consuming large quantities. MSG is found in many types of foods. especially snacks Ready-to-eat food and frozen food.
High fructose corn syrup: is a sweetener. One that is produc from corn. Found mostly in soft drinks, fruit juices, bubble tea, this type of substance is sweeter than other types of sweeteners and is also cheaper. Consuming large amounts of high fructose corn syrup over a long period of time may result in decreased metabolism. Increased risk of obesity, diabetes, coronary artery disease. and blood pressure disease Adults should not consume more than 6 teaspoons per day and children should not consume more than 4 teaspoons.
Sodium nitrite: is a preservative in the form of salt. Found in processed meat products. Like canned foods, sausages, fermented pork, Chinese sausages and meatballs, getting the right amount of sodium nitrite may help control the growth of bacteria in the intestines. But when sodium nitrite and amino acids in the body are expose to high heat, they may convert to nitrosamines, which can cause stomach cancer. and increases the risk of diabetes as well Therefore, you should eat unprocessed meat to reduce the risk of exposure to sodium nitrite.
Guar Gum: is a substance that creates a viscous consistency in food. Found in ice cream, yogurt, salad dressings, and dipping sauces, guar gum is a substance obtain from the guar nut. Guar gum is a food additive that is high in fiber. Helps reduce bloating and constipation. Gives low energy Helps you feel full quickly. But guar gum can also cause abnormalities. Such as gas in the stomach, bloating, and if eaten too much, it can cause blockage of the esophagus or small intestine.