If you’ve found yourself standing in the grocery aisle, squinting at ingredient labels and wondering what on Earth those unpronounceable names mean, don’t worry. You’re not alone. Today, we’re breaking it all down in simple, relatable terms.

Because here’s the thing about preservatives–they’re EVERYWHERE in modern food. But should they be? Are they helping us? Hurting us? Or are they just misunderstood? Stick with me, and together we’ll uncover that truth.