Preservatives that keep foods fresh may also be quietly increasing the risk of type 2 diabetes. Credit: Shutterstock People who consume higher amounts of food preservatives may face a greater risk of developing type 2 diabetes, according to a large new study. Preservatives are commonly added to processed foods and beverages to extend shelf life. The research was conducted by scientists from Inserm, INRAE, Sorbonne Paris Nord University, Paris Cité University and Cnam as part of the Nutritional