Carrageenan's Gut Health and Insulin Risks
Analysis by Dr. Joseph Mercola
STORY AT-A-GLANCE
•Carrageenan, a common food additive, is linked to insulin resistance and gut inflammation by increasing intestinal permeability and promoting systemic inflammation
•A study found that carrageenan intake led to reduced insulin sensitivity and increased inflammatory markers in overweight participants, suggesting a disruption in gut barrier function
•Animal studies have shown that carrageenan causes intestinal lesions and promotes cancer, with degraded carrageenan being particularly associated with carcinogenic effects
•The mechanism by which carrageenan causes harm involves macrophage infiltration and lysosomal disruption, leading to inflammation and tumor formation
•Avoid processed foods to reduce your exposure to carrageenan, as many contain this toxic additive
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