Sulfites are chemical preservatives used in a range of foods including beverages such as wine and beer. They are added to processed foods to increase their shelf-life and even to some medications to ...

Sulfites are a common additive in many foods and drugs. Sulfites also occur naturally in some foods. Unfortunately, 5%-10% of people with asthma are also allergic to sulfites. An allergy is an ...

Signage is seen outside of FDA headquarters in White Oak, Maryland (Reuters) - The U.S. Food and Drug Administration said on Wednesday it had alerted healthcare professionals, drug compounders and ...

Q. Recently I experienced mild shortness of breath after eating dried apricots. I did some research, and I now suspect an allergy to sulfite as the cause. Is this common, and what should I do now? A.

A sulfite allergy, or more accurately, a sulfite sensitivity, is an abnormal response to sulfites naturally found in certain foods and used in certain preservatives and additives. Most sulfite ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Sulfites are naturally occurring compounds that are a product of fermentation. All wines have some sulfites since they’re made ...

Sulfites are common food preservatives and naturally occur in some foods like wine, but they're safe for most people unless you have allergies or sensitivities. If you have asthma or experience ...

For millions of drinkers, the scariest two words on a bottle of wine are “CONTAINS SULFITES.” Sulfites comprise a range of sulfur compounds---particularly sulfur dioxide (SO 2)---that are a natural by ...

Sulfites are a food preservative widely used in winemaking, thanks to their ability to maintain the flavor and freshness of wine. While they’re found in many foods and beverages, they’re particularly ...

Sulfites are sulfur-based preservatives used to keep foods and drinks fresh, prevent browning, and extend shelf life. You’ll find them in wine, dried fruit, packaged potatoes, condiments, sauces, and ...

There are plenty aspects of wine and winemaking that are misunderstood, but few as publicly or brutally as sulfites. The Severus Snapes of wine, sulfites are perceived as evil villains by the daytime ...