Gummi Ingredients: Corn Syrup
What is Gummi Ingredients: Corn Syrup?
Corn syrup is a liquid sweetener made from the starch of corn. The starch is broken down into sugars through a process called hydrolysis. It is a common ingredient in many processed foods.
Is Gummi Ingredients: Corn Syrup vegan?
Gummi Ingredients: Corn Syrup is not animal-derived. Products that contain it can still include other animal-derived ingredients, so check the full ingredient list.
Is Gummi Ingredients: Corn Syrup gluten-free?
Corn is not one of the 9 FDA major allergens, and corn syrup does not contain gluten.
Is Gummi Ingredients: Corn Syrup a major allergen?
Not a major allergen.
What is Gummi Ingredients: Corn Syrup used for?
Corn syrup is used as a sweetener, to add moisture, and to prevent sugar crystallization in foods.
Is Gummi Ingredients: Corn Syrup safe?
Corn syrup is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use in food.
Why it's used
Corn syrup is used as a sweetener, to add moisture, and to prevent sugar crystallization in foods. It is frequently found in baked goods, candies, jams, and ice cream.
Health notes
Corn syrup is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use in food. Like other caloric sweeteners, excessive intake of corn syrup can contribute to excess calorie consumption. The WHO recommends limiting intake of free sugars, which includes corn syrup. JECFA has evaluated corn syrup and set an acceptable daily intake.
Allergen info
Not a major allergen. Corn is not one of the 9 FDA major allergens, and corn syrup does not contain gluten.
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