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Do sulfites in food cause gastrointestinal distress?

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Dr. Pamela Pappas answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

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.

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Answered 8/29/2016

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