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Source
Not animal-derived
Allergen
No
Role in food
Manufacturers use enriched wheat flour as a primary ingredient in a wide variety of …
What it is
Enriched wheat flour is made from wheat grain that has had certain nutrients added back after processing. The milling process removes the bran and germ, which contain fiber, vitamins, and minerals. Enrichment adds back iron and B vitamins like folic acid, niacin, thiamine, and riboflavin.
Why it's used
Manufacturers use enriched wheat flour as a primary ingredient in a wide variety of baked goods due to its gluten content, which provides structure and elasticity. It is commonly found in breads, pasta, cookies, cakes, and pastries.
Health notes
Enriched wheat flour is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use in food. The added B vitamins and iron can help prevent deficiencies in people whose diets might otherwise be low in these nutrients. Regulatory bodies like JECFA and EFSA have evaluated flour enrichment standards. Evidence does not link typical consumption of enriched wheat flour to adverse health effects.
Allergen info
Wheat is one of the 9 FDA major allergens. Enriched wheat flour contains gluten, a protein found in wheat that can cause adverse reactions in individuals with celiac disease or non-celiac gluten sensitivity.
Note:
This site presents label data from USDA FoodData Central for general information. It is not medical advice.
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