According to io9, reporting on recent research, scientists have identified eight common food additives—preservatives found in countless processed foods—that appear to raise blood pressure and increase heart disease risk. While these additives are approved for food safety, the study suggests they may have unintended health consequences for long-term consumers. Researchers say the findings could prompt a reconsideration of food additive regulations and what we choose to eat.

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