If an adverse reaction does occur, such as hives, fever, shortness of breath, nausea, or diarrhea, contact a physician immediately. If you are concerned about additives creeping into your diet, you can avoid most of them by eating mostly unprocessed foods. However, there is no evidence that avoiding additives will make you any healthier. The answer is No. In fact, many man-made products are laboratory copies of those that occur naturally.
All products consists of chemical elements combined in a particular way.
Whether grown in your garden or manufactured in a laboratory, the chemical structure and composition is the same. Without food additives we would not have the abundant year round food supply we enjoy today. The best way to minimize additive exposure is to eat a variety of foods and eat them in moderation. Iowa State Cooperative Extension Service Publication NCR 438, 1993. S Brewer, Food Additives.