Contains 2% Or Lessof: Ascorbic Acid
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What it is
Ascorbic acid is a form of vitamin C, an essential nutrient for human health. It occurs naturally in many fruits and vegetables. Industrially, it is often produced through a process involving the fermentation of glucose.
Why it's used
Ascorbic acid is commonly used as an antioxidant to prevent spoilage and maintain the color and flavor of foods. It also acts as a dough conditioner in baked goods and can be used to increase the vitamin C content of foods. It is found in a wide variety of processed foods, including meats, baked goods, beverages, and cereals.
Health notes
In the US, ascorbic acid is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA when used as a nutrient or for its technical effects. It is an essential vitamin, and while very high doses can cause digestive upset, it is not associated with significant health risks at typical dietary intake levels. International bodies like JECFA have evaluated ascorbic acid. Evidence does not suggest significant health concerns at typical consumption levels.
Allergen info
Ascorbic acid is not one of the nine major allergens recognized by the FDA and does not contain gluten.
Products containing Contains 2% Or Lessof: Ascorbic Acid
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Tyson Foods Inc.
Cheeseburger
High in sodium — 50% DV per serving
High in saturated fat — 73% DV per serving
High in cholesterol — 23% DV per serving
304kcal
12.8Protein
18.1Fat
22.4Carbs
Tyson Foods Inc.
Spicy Chipotle Bacon Cheeseburger
High in sodium — 53% DV per serving
High in saturated fat — 64% DV per serving
High in cholesterol — 20% DV per serving
294kcal
12.4Protein
16.3Fat
24.3Carbs
Tyson Foods Inc.
Fully Cooked Spicy Breaded Chicken with Cheese, Handmade Sandwiches
High in sodium — 28% DV per serving
276kcal
13.5Protein
10.2Fat
32.4Carbs
Tyson Foods Inc.
FC Southern Style Chicken Breast with Cheese, Handmade Sandwiches
High in sodium — 26% DV per serving
276kcal
13.7Protein
10.2Fat
32.3Carbs
Tyson Foods Inc.
Beef Charbroil with Cheese Sandwich
High in sodium — 23% DV per serving
High in saturated fat — 32% DV per serving
318kcal
12.1Protein
16.9Fat
29.3Carbs
Tyson Foods Inc.
Cheeseburger with Cheese, Handmade Sandwiches
High in saturated fat — 31% DV per serving
311kcal
12.6Protein
16.1Fat
28.8Carbs
Tyson Foods Inc.
Flamebroiled Cheeseburger Sandwiches
High in sodium — 27% DV per serving
High in saturated fat — 42% DV per serving
311kcal
12.8Protein
19.2Fat
21.8Carbs
Tyson Foods Inc.
Flamebroiled Bacon Cheeseburger
High in sodium — 26% DV per serving
High in saturated fat — 36% DV per serving
306kcal
13.7Protein
17.5Fat
23.4Carbs
Tyson Foods Inc.
Chicken Bacon Cheese Club Sandwich
High in sodium — 23% DV per serving
High in saturated fat — 21% DV per serving
262kcal
13.6Protein
12.3Fat
24.2Carbs