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What is the reason for restricting the use of some food additives?
What is the reason for restricting the use of some food additives?
- Lack of data on their effects
- Toxicological concern (correct)
- Lack of evaluation
- High toxicity
What is a potential risk associated with aspartame consumption?
What is a potential risk associated with aspartame consumption?
- Heart disease
- Bladder cancer
- Brain damage
- Visual impairment (correct)
What compound can aspartame break down into when heated or stored for a long time?
What compound can aspartame break down into when heated or stored for a long time?
- Diketopiperazine (correct)
- Methanol
- Aspartic acid
- Phenylalanine
What is the function of nitrite in processed meats?
What is the function of nitrite in processed meats?
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What is the reason for saccharin being de-listed as a possible human carcinogen?
What is the reason for saccharin being de-listed as a possible human carcinogen?
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What is a potential risk associated with phenylalanine in aspartame?
What is a potential risk associated with phenylalanine in aspartame?
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Why do saccharin-containing products still require warning statements on their labels?
Why do saccharin-containing products still require warning statements on their labels?
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What is the main concern regarding the use of saccharin?
What is the main concern regarding the use of saccharin?
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How many intentional food additives are being added to various foods?
How many intentional food additives are being added to various foods?
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When was aspartame approved as an artificial sweetener?
When was aspartame approved as an artificial sweetener?
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