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Carrageenan And Vitamin D3

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Source

Not animal-derived

Allergen

Role in food

Carrageenan is used as a thickener and stabilizer in dairy products like milk and …

What it is

Carrageenan is a food additive derived from red seaweed. It is processed from the seaweed to create a powder that is then used in food production. Vitamin D3, also known as cholecalciferol, is a form of vitamin D that can be produced in the skin when exposed to sunlight or obtained from certain foods and supplements.

Why it's used

Carrageenan is used as a thickener and stabilizer in dairy products like milk and ice cream, as well as in processed meats and desserts. Vitamin D3 is added to foods as a nutrient, often found in milk, cereals, and orange juice, to help the body absorb calcium and phosphorus.

Health notes

Carrageenan is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use in food. Some studies have raised concerns about potential digestive issues with degraded carrageenan, but the FDA maintains that food-grade carrageenan is safe. JECFA and EFSA have evaluated carrageenan and established acceptable daily intakes. Vitamin D3 is an essential nutrient, and the National Academies have established a tolerable upper intake level for adults. Excessive intake can lead to adverse health effects, but typical dietary amounts are considered safe and beneficial.

Allergen info

Carrageenan is derived from seaweed and is not one of the nine major allergens. Vitamin D3 is not an allergen. Not a major allergen.

Products containing Carrageenan And Vitamin D3

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Prairie Farms Dairy, Inc. Flavored Milk, Chocolate & P.B. Milk High in saturated fat — 25% DV per serving 88kcal 3.3Protein 3.3Fat 12.1Carbs Prairie Farms Dairy, Inc. Salted Caramel, Milk Milk High in saturated fat — 25% DV per serving 88kcal 2.9Protein 3.3Fat 12.5Carbs Prairie Farms Dairy, Inc. Premium Chocolate Milk, Chocolate Milk High in saturated fat — 25% DV per serving 92kcal 3.3Protein 3.3Fat 12.1Carbs Eli's Chicago's Cheesecake Tres Leches Cake Cakes, Cupcakes, Snack Cakes High in saturated fat — 35% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 20% DV per serving 315kcal 5.6Protein 20.4Fat 25.9Carbs Weis Markets, Inc. Weis, Evaporated Milk Milk 133kcal 6.7Protein 6.7Fat 10Carbs Northgate Gonzalez, Inc. Gonzalez, Evaporated Milk Milk 133kcal 6.7Protein 6.7Fat 10Carbs Prairie Farms Dairy, Inc. Chocolate Milk Milk High in saturated fat — 25% DV per serving 85kcal 3.4Protein 3.4Fat 11.0Carbs Weis Markets, Inc. Evaporated Vitamin D Milk Milk 133kcal 6.7Protein 6.7Fat 10Carbs Nasco Gourmet Foods, Inc. Tres Leches Parfait, Tres Leches Canned Fruit High in saturated fat — 45% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 20% DV per serving 228kcal 3.1Protein 11.8Fat 28.4Carbs Nasco Gourmet Foods, Inc. Mocha Tres Leches Parfait, Mocha Yogurt High in saturated fat — 50% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 20% DV per serving 246kcal 3.5Protein 13.2Fat 29.8Carbs Glencourt Inc. Evaporated Milk Milk 133kcal 6.7Protein 6.7Fat 10Carbs

Prairie Farms Dairy, Inc. Premium Flavored Chocolate Milk Milk High in saturated fat — 25% DV per serving 83kcal 3.3Protein 3.3Fat 10.8Carbs

Last updated: September 28, 2026

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