Foods that rely heavily on preservatives may be doing more than extending shelf life. In a large study spanning more than a ...

The study found higher intake of several preservatives, which are often used to extend a product's shelf-life, were linked to ...

Two large French studies raise fresh concerns about everyday food preservatives, suggesting some may increase the risk of ...

The preservatives that keep processed foods fresh may also be quietly increasing the risk of type 2 diabetes.

Higher intake of food preservatives, widely used in industrially processed foods and beverages to extend shelf-life, is associated with a modestly increased risk of cancer, finds a study from France ...

The colorful packages lining supermarket shelves hide more than convenience—they contain ingredients potentially damaging your brain’s ability to form and retain memories. While food technology has ...

Food Additives and Human Health is a detailed guide to the world of food additives commonly used in the food processing and manufacturing industry. Edited by experts in the field, invited scholars ...

Kraft is pulling sorbic acid, but beware these other additives. Feb. 11, 2014— -- intro: Big news for natural food fans: Kraft Foods announced Monday that it's removing the artificial ...

Feed additives have long been part of livestock production, but the way they are being evaluated is changing. As margins tighten and performance pressures increase, producers are taking a closer ...

Two large studies found a significant association between eating preservatives in many foods and a higher risk of type 2 diabetes and several cancers.