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Source
Not animal-derived
Allergen
No
Role in food
Durum wheat flour is a primary ingredient in pasta, giving it a firm texture …
What it is
Durum wheat is a hard variety of wheat, often used for pasta and bread. Enriched flour means that certain nutrients, like iron and B vitamins (folate, thiamin, riboflavin, niacin), have been added back after processing.
Why it's used
Durum wheat flour is a primary ingredient in pasta, giving it a firm texture and yellow hue. It is also used in some breads and other baked goods.
Health notes
Durum wheat flour is a source of carbohydrates and some B vitamins. The FDA considers enriched durum wheat flour to be Generally Recognized As Safe (GRAS) for use in food. No specific health concerns are associated with its consumption at typical dietary levels.
Allergen info
Wheat is one of the 9 FDA major allergens. Durum wheat flour contains gluten.
Products containing Dough: Enriched Durum Wheat Flour
Note:
This site presents label data from USDA FoodData Central for general information. It is not medical advice.
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