Contain Phenylalanine
What is Contain Phenylalanine?
Phenylalanine is one of the essential amino acids, meaning the body needs it but cannot make it. It is found naturally in protein-rich foods like meat, fish, eggs, and dairy. It is also used as a building block in the production of artificial sweeteners like aspartame.
Is Contain Phenylalanine gluten-free?
It does not contain gluten.
Is Contain Phenylalanine a major allergen?
Phenylalanine is not one of the 9 FDA major allergens.
What is Contain Phenylalanine used for?
Phenylalanine is primarily used as a component in the artificial sweetener aspartame.
Is Contain Phenylalanine safe?
Phenylalanine is an essential amino acid and is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA when consumed as part of food.
Why it's used
Phenylalanine is primarily used as a component in the artificial sweetener aspartame. Aspartame is used to sweeten a variety of low-calorie or sugar-free foods and beverages, including diet sodas, sugar-free candies, and some yogurts.
Health notes
Phenylalanine is an essential amino acid and is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA when consumed as part of food. However, individuals with the genetic disorder phenylketonuria (PKU) cannot metabolize phenylalanine properly and must avoid it. Foods containing aspartame are required to carry a warning label for individuals with PKU. The Joint FAO/WHO Expert Committee on Food Additives (JECFA) has evaluated phenylalanine and aspartame.
Allergen info
Phenylalanine is not one of the 9 FDA major allergens. It does not contain gluten.
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