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Usage: Preservative in acidic foods like salad dressings, sodas, and fruit juices. Safety: Generally recognized as safe but may form benzene, a carcinogen, in the presence of vitamin C. Health concerns: Association with hyperactivity in children and potential carcinogenicity when converted to benzene.

Usage: Preservatives in wine and dried fruits. Safety: FDA considers them safe for most people but can cause allergic reactions in some. Health concerns: Asthma triggers and allergic reactions in sulfite-sensitive individuals.

Usage: Flavor enhancer in various foods. Safety: FDA considers it safe when eaten at customary levels. Health concerns: May cause short-term reactions like headaches, flushing, and sweating (Chinese restaurant syndrome) in sensitive individuals.

Usage: Preservative in cured meats. Safety: Approved by authorities but can form carcinogenic nitrosamines. Health concerns: High intake linked to increased risk of certain cancers, particularly colorectal cancer.

Usage: Increase shelf life of baked goods and snacks. Safety: FDA has taken measures to remove artificial trans fats from the food supply. Health concerns: Linked to increased LDL cholesterol, heart disease, and stroke risk.

Usage: Artificial sweetener in diet foods and beverages. Safety: Generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by FDA but controversial studies suggest potential health risks. Health concerns: Linked to headaches, dizziness, and in rare cases, increased risk of certain diseases with excessive long-term consumption.

Usage: Thickener and stabilizer in dairy and meat products. Safety: Considered safe by FDA but degraded form is not. Health concerns: Some studies show that degraded carrageenan can cause inflammation and digestive issues.

Usage: Color additives to improve or restore appearance for various foods and drinks. Safety: Approved by regulators but some have been banned due to safety concerns. Health concerns: Linked to hyperactivity and behavioral issues in children; some dyes show carcinogenicity in animal studies.

Usage: Sweetener in soda, snacks, and processed foods. Safety: Considered safe but contentious due to its ubiquitous presence in processed foods. Health concerns: Associated with obesity, diabetes, and increased risk of metabolic syndrome and heart disease.