Juice
What is Juice?
Juice is the liquid extracted from fruits or vegetables. It is made by crushing or pressing the produce to release its natural liquids. Juice can be pasteurized for safety and shelf stability, and sometimes concentrated by removing water, then later reconstituted.
Is Juice vegan?
Juice is not animal-derived. Products that contain it can still include other animal-derived ingredients, so check the full ingredient list.
Is Juice gluten-free?
It does not contain gluten.
Is Juice a major allergen?
Juice is not a major allergen.
What is Juice used for?
Manufacturers use juice as a natural sweetener, flavor enhancer, and coloring agent in foods.
Is Juice safe?
Juice is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA when used as a food ingredient.
Why it's used
Manufacturers use juice as a natural sweetener, flavor enhancer, and coloring agent in foods. It is commonly found in beverages, baked goods, desserts, sauces, and processed fruits and vegetables.
Health notes
Juice is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA when used as a food ingredient. It contains natural sugars and is a source of vitamins and minerals. Regulatory bodies like JECFA and EFSA have evaluated juices and their components. While generally considered safe in moderation, high intake of fruit juices, due to their sugar content, may contribute to increased calorie intake.
Allergen info
Juice is not a major allergen. It does not contain gluten.
Foods that contain Juice
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