Concentrate Of Spirulina
What is Concentrate Of Spirulina?
Spirulina concentrate is a vibrant blue or green colorant derived from a type of blue-green algae. The algae are grown in controlled conditions, then harvested and processed to extract and concentrate their natural pigments.
Is Concentrate Of Spirulina vegan?
Concentrate Of Spirulina is not animal-derived. Products that contain it can still include other animal-derived ingredients, so check the full ingredient list.
Is Concentrate Of Spirulina gluten-free?
It does not contain gluten.
Is Concentrate Of Spirulina a major allergen?
Spirulina is not derived from any of the nine major allergens recognized by the FDA.
What is Concentrate Of Spirulina used for?
Manufacturers use spirulina concentrate as a natural food coloring agent to impart blue or green hues.
Is Concentrate Of Spirulina safe?
Spirulina concentrate is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use as a food coloring.
Why it's used
Manufacturers use spirulina concentrate as a natural food coloring agent to impart blue or green hues. It is commonly found in confectionery, such as candies and chocolates, as well as in some beverages and dairy products.
Health notes
Spirulina concentrate is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use as a food coloring. It is a source of phycocyanin, a pigment that has been studied for potential antioxidant properties. Regulatory bodies like EFSA have evaluated spirulina and its components. Evidence regarding specific health benefits or risks at typical dietary intake levels is still under research.
Allergen info
Spirulina is not derived from any of the nine major allergens recognized by the FDA. It does not contain gluten.
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