FactsScan Community Sign Up Login Sneha Sharma 18-Nov-2025 16:48 PM Hi all, Sneha here. Why do food companies still use preservatives? #Food Ingredient If preservatives are so controversial, can’t they make fresh food instead? 1 Replies Sneha Sharma 18–Nov–2025 If preservatives are so controversial, can’t they make fresh food instead? You must be logged in to reply to this topic. Login Riya Mistry 18–Nov–2025 Preservatives are used to stop bacteria and mold, especially in foods that travel long distances. Natural ones like vinegar are safe; synthetic ones like sodium benzoate should be limited. FactsScan helps you tell the difference quickly. You must be logged in to reply to this topic. Login