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ABSTRACT

Synthetic preservatives and colorants are an important component of the food industry. Ready to eat food are pre-packaged meals whose composition, importance, and image have changed over time, reflecting advancements in food technologies as well as changes in lifestyle that have marked different epochs. In ready-to-eat meals, microbial and chemical contaminations are common food safety problems, but the abuse of synthetic food additives should not be neglected. The purpose of this research is to review the existing literature on the varied food safety risk associated with preservatives and coloring agents to humans. Memory loss, food intolerance, an increase in attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), and harm to the liver, kidneys, and reproductive system are all linked to excessive use of food preservatives and coloring agents.

Keywords: Colorants, food safety, preservatives, ready-to-eat food