Includes Celery Powder
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What is Includes Celery Powder?
Celery powder is made from dried celery stalks and leaves. The celery is typically dried and then ground into a powder. It is used as a natural source of nitrates, which can help preserve meats.
Is Includes Celery Powder vegan?
Includes Celery Powder is not animal-derived. Products that contain it can still include other animal-derived ingredients, so check the full ingredient list.
Is Includes Celery Powder gluten-free?
It does not contain gluten.
Is Includes Celery Powder a major allergen?
Celery is not one of the 9 FDA major allergens.
What is Includes Celery Powder used for?
Celery powder is often used in processed meats like pepperoni and salami as a natural preservative.
Is Includes Celery Powder safe?
Celery powder is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA when used as a food ingredient.
Why it's used
Celery powder is often used in processed meats like pepperoni and salami as a natural preservative. The nitrates in celery powder can help prevent the growth of harmful bacteria and contribute to the cured color and flavor of these products.
Health notes
Celery powder is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA when used as a food ingredient. It is a natural source of nitrates, which the body can convert to nitric oxide. Some research suggests nitric oxide may play a role in blood pressure regulation. JECFA has evaluated celery powder and did not set a numeric limit (ADI not specified).
Allergen info
Celery is not one of the 9 FDA major allergens. It does not contain gluten.
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