Many canned and jarred foods contain citric acid to prevent the growth of Clostridium botulinum, a dangerous bacterium that can cause botulism, a life-threatening illness. Citric acid is added to ...

When it comes to clean eating, it means that the food should be free of chemcials and any sort of additive. But, sadly, when ...

“Negative side effects of consuming manufactured citric acid include: swelling and stiffness resulting in joint pain; muscle pain;stomach pain; and shortness of breath,” Ward continues. Ward adds that ...