The biologist told about the dangers of mayonnaise

Many varieties of mayonnaise contain from 55% fat and have a caloric content of about 600-700 kcal per 100 g, so frequent consumption of this product can lead to overweight and obesity. The acting dean of the Faculty of Natural Sciences of the State University of Education, biologist Irina Lyalina, told about this on Friday, December 19.

According to the expert, saturated fats and trans fats are often present in the composition of industrial mayonnaise, which negatively affect the cardiovascular system, increasing the level of "bad" cholesterol. 360.ru . These types of sauce also contain preservatives, colorants, and flavor enhancers. The biologist warned that it can cause allergies, stomach irritation and other health problems if consumed regularly.

In addition, the excess sugar and salt content in mayonnaise can contribute to high blood pressure and metabolic disorders.

"Mayonnaise is very harmful to children under 10-12 years of age, as not all the enzymes of their digestive system are ready to digest fats, trans fats, and sugars in this product," Lyalina explained in a conversation with Lenta.Ru .

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