Yogurt is considered one of the light foods that many are keen to eat at night to get rid of obesity and fats that accumulate in the vicinity of danger, and although it is a healthy, useful and nutritious meal, one must be careful when buying it, as some types are made of beetles, which secrete a specific substance that is They are used in the manufacture of many things, and for this reason, care must be taken to read the ingredients before purchasing and to search for the substance related to beetles.
Look for this substance in yogurt
The substance “E120” is included in the components of many things, such as fabrics, cosmetics, and some types of foods, and the reason for this is due to the fact that it is a red color that is extracted from beetles that live in the tropics, and among the foods that this substance is used in its manufacture is yogurt And the cake that contains colors and marshmallows, in addition to sauce, ice cream and some juices. As for cosmetics, it is mainly used in lipstick and some types of eye shadows.
Is E120 harmful to health
Professor of Nutrition at the National Institute of Nutrition, Sayed Hammad, confirmed that the substance “E120”, which is known as “carmine”, has been used extensively for years in many fields, not just foods, explaining that it does not pose a threat to health, but on the condition that a healthy amount of it is adhered to, indicating Until its use more than recommended leads to serious health damage, such as cancer, allergies and rashes.
And the head of the Food Safety Committee at the Veterinary Association, Sherine Zaki, explained that these diseases can also be infected with time in the case of eating foods that contain artificial colors in large quantities daily, advising the need to reduce these foods and rely on those that are prepared at home to ensure the health of the family. Noting that if you want to use colors, you can rely on beetroot or radish.