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Allura Red (Red 40) is banned in several EU countries and carries a warning label in the EU.
Carrageenan is a seaweed-derived thickener associated with intestinal inflammation in animal and cell studies. Degraded carrageenan (poligeenan) is a known animal carcinogen. The FDA permits food-grade carrageenan, but it remains controversial. HigherBar rejects it universally.
Brominated vegetable oil accumulates in body fat and has been associated with neurological symptoms at high doses. The FDA revoked its authorization for food use in July 2024. It was previously used as a clouding agent in some citrus-flavored beverages.
HFCS is metabolised differently from glucose, bypassing normal satiety signalling and contributing to fat accumulation.
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