How Bad Is Carrageenan?

The United States Food and Drug Administration (FDA) have approved the additive for use, but concerns about its safety remain. Some scientists believe that carrageenan can cause inflammation, digestive problems, such as bloating and irritable bowel disease (IBD), and even colon cancer.

Is carrageenan harmful to humans?

Carrageenan is a food additive that is a stabilizing and emulsifying agent. Carrageenan may be harmful to human health and may cause bloating, inflammation and digestive problems.

Why is carrageenan in ice cream?

We use carrageenan as a stabilizer in our product. The purpose is to bond with water molecules and thereby inhibit the grown of ice crystals as the ice cream freezes. This helps to offer some protection from iciness due to temperature fluctuations during distribution.