
Food additives are chemicals used to keep food fresh and enhance its flavor, texture, and appearance. They can be found in various processed food products and beverages. In fact, some people are sensitive to these additives and may even suffer from adverse reactions like hives and diarrhea. Eating food with certain additives in high amounts may even damage your heart. Some additives have also been found to disrupt hormone balance and can even diminish fertility. Studies have also found that some additives can cause irritability, fatigue, and insomnia. With so many of these alarming negative effects, it is best to know the ingredients of what you put in your mouth.