Популярная пищевая добавка Е171 (диоксид титана) является вредной для здоровья и может вызывать развитие опасных заболеваний. Об этом сообщает U-News.
К такому выводу пришли американские ученые после ряда экспериментов.
Эту добавку в виде белого порошка применяют при изготовлении мороженого, карамели, жевательных резинок и сыров. Она является подсластителем вкуса.
Однако частое употребление Е171 может привести к болезням поджелудочной железы и диабету.
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