Explainer: what are E numbers and should you avoid them in your diet?
- Written by The Conversation Contributor
Some people are sensitive to the effects of food additivesMary and Andrew/Flickr, CC BYThe “E numbers” in the ingredients list of your packaged foods replace the chemical or common name of particular food additives. These are used to enhance the colour, flavour, texture or prevent food from spoiling.
Food additives have been used for...






