Contains
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What it is
"Contains" is not a specific food ingredient but a term required on food labels in the United States. It is used to declare the presence of major food allergens or other specific components in a product. It is not a substance that is manufactured or added to food.
Why it's used
This term serves a labeling function rather than an additive function. Manufacturers use "Contains" to comply with labeling regulations, informing consumers about ingredients that might cause allergic reactions or are relevant for dietary choices. It appears on a wide variety of packaged foods.
Health notes
As a labeling term, "Contains" has no direct health implications from consumption. Its importance lies in providing critical information for individuals with food allergies or sensitivities, helping them avoid specific ingredients. The FDA mandates its use for major food allergens.
Allergen info
"Contains" itself is not an allergen. It is the declaration mechanism for the nine major food allergens recognized by the FDA: milk, eggs, fish, crustacean shellfish, tree nuts, peanuts, wheat, soybeans, and sesame.
Products containing Contains
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Winco Foods, Inc.
Medium Red Enchilada Sauce, Medium Red Enchilada
42kcal
0Protein
1.7Fat
5Carbs
Good For Life Ministries
Broccoli Crunch Bacon Salad, Broccoli Crunch Bacon
329kcal
5.9Protein
22.4Fat
22.4Carbs
Good For Life Ministries
Caprese Pasta Salad, Caprese Pasta
High in sodium — 30% DV per serving
High in saturated fat — 30% DV per serving
—kcal
9.9Protein
17.6Fat
20.4Carbs