Carrageenan

Maybe you’ve seen bottles of almond milk touting that they’re “carrageenan-free.” Why should you care? Carrageenan is a food additive derived from Irish moss. It’s used as a thickener to improve the texture of ice cream, yogurt, and other processed foods. Ungraded forms of carrageenan are associated with chronic inflammation.

Alongside this inflammation comes digestive issues and inflammatory-based diseases like Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s. It’s worth noting that Europe banned its use in infant formulas years ago.