Recent studies link certain food preservatives to increased cancer and diabetes risks, but experts urge caution before changing dietary habits.

Two recent studies have found that several preservatives commonly found in food items, including soft drinks, candies and jams

In both studies, more than 100,000 French people fill out questionnaires about their diet. Read more at straitstimes.com. Read more at straitstimes.com.

Two large studies found a significant association between eating preservatives in many foods and a higher risk of type 2 diabetes and several cancers.

Higher consumption of food preservatives, widely used in industrially processed foods and beverages to extend their shelf life, has been linked to an increased risk of type 2 diabetes.