Additives & Effects
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Guar Gum: A thickening agent generally regarded as safe, though excessive consumption may cause bloating or gas.
Sodium Nitrite: Used as a preservative and gives cured meats their pink color; excessive intake has been linked to potential health risks, such as the formation of nitrosamines.
Monosodium Glutamate (E621)
Monosodium Glutamate: Used as a flavor enhancer but may cause sensitivity reactions in some individuals (e.g., headaches, nausea).
Cochineal, carminic acid, carmine (E120)
Cochineal: A coloring agent derived from insects, generally considered safe but may cause allergic reactions in sensitive individuals.
Sodium acetate, sodium acid acetate (sodium diacetate) (E262)
Sodium Acetates: Used as acidity regulators, generally safe but could irritate the stomach in high amounts.
Sodium Erythorbate (E316)
Sodium Erythorbate: Functions as an antioxidant and is generally recognized as safe, though excessive intake may cause gastrointestinal issues.
Carboxymethylcellulose, sodium carboxymethylcellulose (E466)
Carboxymethyl Cellulose: Thickener considered safe in small amounts but excessive intake might lead to digestive discomfort.
Disodium diphosphate, Trisodium diphosphate, Tetrasodium diphosphate, Dipotassium diphosphate, Tetrakalium diphosphate, Dicalcium diphosphate, Calcium acid diphosphate (E450)
Diphosphates: Commonly used as an emulsifier and can affect calcium metabolism if consumed in excess.
Processed Eucheuma Seaweed: A thickener and stabilizer, generally safe but high doses may cause gastrointestinal irritation.
Monosodium citrate, disodium citrate, triosodium citrate (E331)
Sodium Citrates: Typically used as acidity regulators and stabilizers, considered safe in normal quantities.