Study Links Emulsifier, a Common Food Additive, to Increased Diabetes Risk

Large study reveals link between emulsifier additives in processed foods and increased diabetes risk.

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Those grab-and-go snacks and microwaveable meals may be ultra-convenient, but they could also come at an ultra-high cost to your health down the road.

A new study adds to mounting evidence suggesting that ultra-processed foods can take a heavy toll, increasing your risk of serious conditions, including Type 2 diabetes.

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Minimally processed foods such as olive oil, whole-wheat bread, and pasta contain few or no additives. In contrast, ultra-processed products are manufactured with additives not ordinarily found in whole, fresh foods (think pre-made meals, packaged pastries, and snacks marketed as “healthy,” such as some granola bars and yogurts).