Is it possible for BFS to progress into ALS? No. This is a common worry for those who have been diagnosed with BFS. The number of people developing ALS after having been diagnosed with BFS is statistically the same as for the General Population. As long as you have been diagnosed by a qualified Neurologist, you should have no concerns.
What Is Carrageenan? What is carrageenan? Carrageenan is a marine gum and a linear polysaccharide extracted from red seaweeds of the class Rhodophyceae, with no flavor or nutritional value. It is used as a suspending agent, gelling agent, bulking agent, stabilizer, and thickener in food and beverage products.
Specifically, carrageenan causes problems for those prone to seizures. This is a common food additive extracted from certain red sea vegetables. It is used in many processed food products as a thickener and stabilizer. However, it causes inflammation in the body, and can cause blood sugar disturbance, as well.