Preparing questions in advance can help patients have more meaningful discussions regarding their conditions. Patients may wish to ask their doctor or registered dietitian the following questions related to additives:

1. Are there health concerns associated with additives?
   
   
2. Are there certain additives I should seek out or avoid for health reasons?
   
   
3. Where can I find a list of foods that contain these additives?
   
   
4. How will I know if I am consuming too much of an additive?
   
   
5. What are some good resources for learning more about additives?
   
   
6. What should I do if I have a reaction to an additive?
   
   
7. Can you suggest alternative foods that are less likely to provoke a reaction in me?
   
   
8. Do I need to worry about indirect additives?
   
   
9. Where can I find out more about the FDA’s list of GRAS additives?
   
   
10. What are the risks of avoiding additives altogether?