Neurological Reaction to Food Additives: Neurotoxic Effects of Food Additives
<p id="p1">This comprehensive chapter examines the intricate relationship between various food additives and the nervous system. Across 10 detailed sections, it explores additives such as aspartame, potassium sorbate, acesulfame potassium, dimethyl dicarbonate (DMDC), starch acetate, monosodium glut...
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| Lenguaje: | inglés |
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IntechOpen
2024
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| Acceso en línea: | https://www.intechopen.com/chapters/89715 |
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| Sumario: | <p id="p1">This comprehensive chapter examines the intricate relationship between various food additives and the nervous system. Across 10 detailed sections, it explores additives such as aspartame, potassium sorbate, acesulfame potassium, dimethyl dicarbonate (DMDC), starch acetate, monosodium glutamate (MSG), phenylalanine, sodium benzoate, artificial food dyes, and sodium nitrite. Each chapter delves into the chemical properties, usage in foods, and potential neurological impacts of these substances, enriched with patient case studies. The chapter pays special attention to conditions such as mood change, various headaches including migraine, allergic reactions, cognitive impairment, ADHD, autism, phenylketonuria (PKU), and hypersensitivity reactions, and additionally, discusses the emerging research on the gut-brain axis, shedding light on how food additives influence neurological health, especially in individuals with specific dietary restrictions and health concerns. This work aims to provide a nuanced understanding of how everyday food additives can affect the human nervous system, both in the general population and in those with particular health vulnerabilities.</p> |
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| ISBN: | 978-0-85014-429-1 |
| DOI: | 10.5772/intechopen.114358 |