The food additive carrageenan (E 407) can be responsible for the development of chronic inflammatory bowel disease, ulcers, and increased blood sugar levels in animals. Researchers have now investigated the effects of carrageenan on the human intestine and sugar metabolism.
Food additive carrageenan could disrupt the intestinal barrier and increase the risk of type 2 diabetes, study findsThe food additive carrageenan can be responsible for the development of chronic inflammatory bowel disease, ulcers, and increased blood sugar levels in animals. Researchers have now investigated the effects of carrageenan on the human intestine and sugar metabolism. They found increased permeability of the small intestine, most likely due to intestinal inflammation.
"Our investigation suggests that the consumption of carrageenan, similar to what has been observed in animal studies, can impair the barrier function of the intestine," explains Prof. Robert Wagner."This could have long-term health consequences and increase the risk of inflammatory diseases." The researchers emphasize the importance of further investigations into the effects of carrageenan on the human body."Given the widespread use of carrageenan in foods, potential health risks should be taken seriously," concludes Prof. Wagner."It's important that we understand how food additives can affect our health in order to make informed recommendations to the public.
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