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7 food additives to always avoid
7. Preservatives in processed foods
Processed foods have a lot of preservatives because these additives lengthen a food’s shelf life. Problems associated with preservatives can include allergic reactions, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, possibly cancer, etc.
Preservatives to avoid include BHA (butylated hydroxyanisole), BHT (butylated hydroxytoluene), TBQQ (tertiary butyl hydroquinone), sodium nitrate, and sodium benzoate as well as polysorbate 60, 65 and 80. Both BHA and BHT can affect the neurological system of the brain, alter your behavior and potentially cause cancer.
TBHQ is a chemical preservative linked to cancer that can also cause tinnitus, nausea, and vomiting. Sodium nitrate, commonly found in cured meats (hot dogs, deli meat and bacon), has been linked with higher rates of stomach, colorectal and pancreatic cancer. It is worth it to buy nitrate-free options. Sodium benzoate, found in juices and sodas, has been linked to allergies.
The sulfites found in dried fruits, flavored vinegars and wine are other preservatives that cause undesirable reactions. They especially can affect people with asthma. Sulfites may cause headaches, rashes, bowel irritability, and behavioral problems.
