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Are Natural Flavors Healthier Than Artificial Ones

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    Take a look at the ingredient label of any packaged or processed food, you are sure to find some of the ingredients listed as the natural flavors.   The words “Natural Flavors” may sound good, especially in contrast with another mysterious and common ingredient called “Artificial Flavors”. Before discussing whether the natural flavors are healthier than artificial ones, you need to know that there is not much difference in them when it comes to nutrition. They both share similar nutrition properties and taste exactly the same. But, the main question here comes is what makes natural flavors healthier than artificial ones? Or is there even a difference between both of them? So, without further talking, let's take a look. What Are Natural Flavors? Natural flavors are usually derived from natural sources. FDA (Food & Drug Administration) defines Natural flavors as resins, oils, and many other extracts derived from natural sources like plants, seafood, meat, etc. These s