Additives & Effects
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Sodium Erythorbate (E316)
Sodium Erythorbate: Acts as an antioxidant to preserve food quality; generally recognized as safe.
Potassium Nitrate: Preservative used mainly in cured meats and cheese; excessive intake may contribute to health concerns related to nitrite formation in the body.
Sodium Ascorbate: Used as an antioxidant, primarily to preserve color and freshness; generally recognized as safe.
Sodium acetate, sodium acid acetate (sodium diacetate) (E262)
Sodium Acetates: Generally recognized as safe when consumed in moderation; excessive intake may cause digestive discomfort.
Monosodium Glutamate (E621)
Monosodium Glutamate: Enhances flavor but is controversial; excessive consumption may lead to symptoms known as 'Chinese Restaurant Syndrome' in sensitive individuals.
Disodium trifosphate, dipotassium trifosphate (E451)
Triphosphates: Used as an acidity regulator and can help retain moisture in food; excessive consumption may lead to imbalances in phosphate levels in the body.
Carotene: Used as a natural coloring agent and generally recognized as safe.
Disodium diphosphate, Trisodium diphosphate, Tetrasodium diphosphate, Dipotassium diphosphate, Tetrakalium diphosphate, Dicalcium diphosphate, Calcium acid diphosphate (E450)
Polyphosphates: Commonly used as a stabilizer; excessive consumption may contribute to phosphate imbalance and negatively affect calcium metabolism.
Monosodium citrate, disodium citrate, triosodium citrate (E331)
Sodium Citrates: Used as an acidity regulator and stabilizer and is generally recognized as safe.
Maltodextrin: Often used as a thickener or carrier; generally recognized as safe, though it can cause blood sugar spikes in some cases.
Carrageenan: Functions as a thickener and stabilizer; in high quantities, it may cause gastrointestinal irritation in sensitive individuals.
Sodium Nitrite: Commonly used as a preservative to prevent spoilage and improve color in meats but is linked to potential health risks like the formation of nitrosamines, which may be carcinogenic when consumed excessively.