Ascorbic Acid - Antioxidant
What is Ascorbic Acid - Antioxidant?
Ascorbic acid is a form of vitamin C, a nutrient that occurs naturally in many fruits and vegetables. It can be produced commercially through a process that often starts with glucose derived from corn or other plant sources.
Is Ascorbic Acid - Antioxidant vegan?
Ascorbic Acid - Antioxidant is not animal-derived. Products that contain it can still include other animal-derived ingredients, so check the full ingredient list.
Is Ascorbic Acid - Antioxidant gluten-free?
It does not contain gluten.
Is Ascorbic Acid - Antioxidant a major allergen?
Ascorbic acid is not derived from any of the nine major allergens.
What is Ascorbic Acid - Antioxidant used for?
Ascorbic acid is widely used as an antioxidant to prevent foods from browning or spoiling.
Is Ascorbic Acid - Antioxidant safe?
Ascorbic acid is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use in food.
Why it's used
Ascorbic acid is widely used as an antioxidant to prevent foods from browning or spoiling. It helps maintain the color and flavor of processed foods and can also be added to enhance nutritional value.
Health notes
Ascorbic acid is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use in food. It is an essential nutrient, and the U.S. National Academies have established a tolerable upper intake level. International bodies like JECFA and EFSA have also evaluated ascorbic acid and its salts. While generally considered safe, very high doses can cause digestive upset in some individuals.
Allergen info
Ascorbic acid is not derived from any of the nine major allergens. It does not contain gluten.
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