Carrageenan
Medium ConcernAlso known as
carrageenane407irish moss extract
The concern
Animal studies show degraded carrageenan causes intestinal inflammation, ulceration, and colon tumours. The Cornucopia Institute petitioned the FDA for its removal. Some research links it to gut inflammation in humans.
What to look for on labels
This ingredient may appear under any of the following names or codes on product labels:
- Carrageenan
- carrageenan
- e407
- irish moss extract
Learn more
Read the full evidence directly from the authoritative source.
View source: NIH / Cornucopia InstituteData sourced from IARC, FDA, EFSA, WHO and EWG public data. For informational purposes only. This does not constitute medical or legal advice.