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Do sulfites in food cause gastrointestinal distress?
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They could: Sulfites are compounds that might occur naturally, or be added to enhance flavor or improve preservation. About 1 in 100 people are sensitive to sulfites -- and these might experience GI distress after eating them. The sensitivity can develop at any time.
Answered 8/29/2016
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