Food Additives Could Combine to Threaten Health, Study Says
April 24, 2025

(Wall Street Journal) – Researchers found mixtures of multiple additives may raise risk of diabetes; food industry groups back ingredients’ safety
Food additives might be riskier for health than previously understood, a new study suggests. In recent years, scientists have found that some additives, like emulsifiers, dyes and artificial sweeteners are linked to health problems. Studies have generally focused on the impact of one substance or type of additive.
But that isn’t the way people generally consume them. Ultra-processed foods often contain a cocktail of additives. And many people eat more than one ultra-processed product in a day. (Read More)