Carrageenan And Annatto
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What it is
Carrageenan is a food additive made from red seaweed. It is processed using alkaline solutions to extract a gum-like substance that thickens, stabilizes, and emulsifies food products. Annatto is a natural food coloring derived from the seeds of the achiote tree.
Why it's used
Carrageenan is used in dairy products, low-fat foods, and beverages to improve texture and prevent separation. Annatto provides a yellow to orange color and is found in cheeses, butter, baked goods, and snacks.
Health notes
Both carrageenan and annatto are approved food additives in the US. The FDA lists carrageenan as Generally Recognized As Safe (GRAS) and annatto as a color additive. Some studies have raised questions about carrageenan's potential effects on digestion, but regulatory bodies like the WHO's JECFA and EFSA have evaluated it. Evidence on these effects is mixed, and more research is ongoing.
Allergen info
Carrageenan is derived from seaweed and is not one of the major allergens. Annatto is derived from a plant seed and is not a major allergen. Neither contains gluten.
Products containing Carrageenan And Annatto
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High in added sugars — 28% DV per serving
216kcal
3.4Protein
11.4Fat
25Carbs
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High in saturated fat — 23% DV per serving
212kcal
3.0Protein
10.6Fat
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High in added sugars — 26% DV per serving
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3.4Protein
11.4Fat
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High in saturated fat — 25% DV per serving
High in added sugars — 24% DV per serving
205kcal
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9.1Fat
28.4Carbs
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High in saturated fat — 30% DV per serving
High in added sugars — 28% DV per serving
216kcal
3.4Protein
10.2Fat
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High in saturated fat — 30% DV per serving
High in added sugars — 26% DV per serving
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3.4Protein
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High in saturated fat — 30% DV per serving
High in added sugars — 28% DV per serving
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3.4Protein
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High in saturated fat — 30% DV per serving
High in added sugars — 26% DV per serving
216kcal
3.4Protein
11.4Fat
25Carbs