by Norwegian University of Life Sciences (NMBU) Sabina Leanti La Rosa. Credit: Norwegian University of Life Sciences (NMBU) Have you heard about the food additive E415? It is also known as xanthan gum. Most likely, you eat it several times a week. Xanthan gum is used in everyday foods such as baked goods, ice cream...
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Human trial finds common food additive alters gut microbiome
By Rich Haridy November 30, 2021 New research looked at how a common food additive used as an emulsifier influences the gut microbiome NewAfrica/Depositphotos A first-of-its-kind study investigating the effects of a common food additive on human gut bacteria has found the emulsifier carboxymethylcellulose can alter the quality and composition of the microbiome and potentially...