A new study has found that people who consume high levels of emulsifiers, a type of food additive commonly found in processed foods, are at an increased risk of heart disease. The study, which was conducted by researchers in France, looked at data from over 95,000 adults and found that those who had the highest intake of emulsifiers were 23% more likely to develop heart disease than those who had the lowest intake. Emulsifiers are used in processed foods to improve their texture and shelf life. They are also known to disrupt gut bacteria, which can lead to inflammation and other health problems. The researchers say that their findings suggest that people should limit their intake of processed foods that contain emulsifiers.
