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Area of Science:

  • Food Science
  • Public Health Nutrition
  • Consumer Safety

Background:

  • Limited data exists on food additive usage in low- and middle-income countries.
  • Processed foods are increasingly consumed globally, necessitating an understanding of their composition.
  • Food additives are integral to processed food production for safety, shelf-life, and quality.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To investigate the prevalence and types of food additives in packaged foods sold in Zimbabwe.
  • To identify which food categories exhibit the highest additive usage.
  • To assess potential public health implications of current additive exposure patterns.

Main Methods:

  • A cross-sectional survey was conducted on 332 packaged food products from major urban supermarkets in Zimbabwe.
  • Food additives were identified from product ingredient lists.
  • Additives were categorized into functional groups.

Main Results:

  • 64.2% of surveyed products were locally manufactured, indicating domestic production drives additive use.
  • High prevalence and diversity of additives were found in beverages, snack foods, dairy, and processed meats.
  • Sweeteners and acid regulators dominated beverages, while processed meats contained flavor enhancers and preservatives.

Conclusions:

  • Food additive exposure in Zimbabwe is concentrated in highly processed, frequently consumed foods.
  • While most additives comply with international standards, widespread use warrants attention.
  • Enhanced food safety systems, including monitoring and clear labeling, are vital for public health protection.