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Source
Not animal-derived
Allergen
No
Role in food
Manufacturers add enriched wheat flour as a primary ingredient to provide structure and texture …
What it is
Enriched wheat flour is refined wheat flour that has added B vitamins (thiamin, riboflavin, niacin, folic acid) and iron. The refining process removes the bran and germ, which contain most of the natural nutrients. Enrichment helps restore some of these nutrients lost during milling.
Why it's used
Manufacturers add enriched wheat flour as a primary ingredient to provide structure and texture in baked goods. It is commonly found in products like bread, pasta, cookies, cakes, and pastries.
Health notes
Enriched wheat flour is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use in food. The added vitamins and iron can help prevent deficiencies in the population. JECFA has evaluated wheat flour and its components. Evidence does not suggest adverse health effects from consuming enriched wheat flour at typical dietary levels.
Allergen info
Wheat is one of the 9 FDA major allergens. Enriched wheat flour contains gluten, a protein found in wheat that can cause adverse reactions in individuals with celiac disease or non-celiac gluten sensitivity.
Note:
This site presents label data from USDA FoodData Central for general information. It is not medical advice.
Check the package label; formulations change.