Food Additives 2 2.6.3

This application is suitable for individuals at risk, those who prioritize health, parents, vegetarians, vegans, and individuals with religious-based dietary restrictions.

Food additives have played a significant role in the mass production of the food we consume, but what impact do they have on our health? This app allows you to access information on over 450 food additives quickly and easily, with the added convenience of offline access.

• Previous App Store Staff Favorite (USA)
• Rated 4 Stars by MacLife
• Supports iPhone, iPad, and Mac (optimized for iPad) as a universal app

While not all food additives are harmful, a large percentage have been linked to various potential health risks and side effects, including:

• Allergies and skin reactions
• Asthma and breathing difficulties
• Risks for babies and infants
• Digestive issues
• Eye damage and related effects
• Genetic DNA mutations
• Gluten intolerance (Celiac disease)
• Histamine inhibitors/freeing agents
• Hyperactivity in children
• Migraines and headaches
• Tumors/carcinogens
• Salicylate sensitivity (aspirin, etc.)
• Vitamin deficiency or effects

The app lists and categorizes additive data by:

• Name
• Number (International Numbering System)
• Risk type (e.g., dangerous, unsafe, unknown, safe)
• Symptom type (e.g., asthma, gluten intolerance, tumors, allergies)
• Diet type (e.g., plant-derived, synthetic, mineral)
• Instant search support functionality

The detailed information provided for each additive includes:

• Additive number and names it may be known by
• Substance origin (plant-based, synthetic, animal-derived)
• Function of the additive in food production
• Classes in the food industry it belongs to (e.g., coloring agent, preservative)

• Allowed food products associated with the additive

  Potential side effects associated with the additive

  Recommended daily intake levels of the additive

  Dietary restrictions information aiding vegetarians, vegans, and individuals with religious dietary requirements

  Countries where an additive is not approved for use in food (currently Europe and Australia)

• - Other notable features include:

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  - Fully functional instant search - Integration with Wikipedia for more detailed information on each additive (internet connection required) - Color-coding based on risk level (red=dangerous; orange=unsafe; blue=unknown; green=safe) - Icons representing various symptom types - Icons reflecting substance origins - Flags indicating countries where an additive is unapproved for use - In-built database for offline use - Elegant design with scrolling and a 3D flip card transition between additiver overview and details page * Partial support for multiple languages built-in (labels,numesonly). Please note: Data is sourced from various public resources such as CAC (Codex), FDA, and government food standards agencies. The app is intended for general private use rather than medical purposes.