Less Than 1%: Mortierella Alpina Oil
What is Less Than 1%: Mortierella Alpina Oil?
Mortierella alpina oil is a vegetable oil derived from a type of fungus. It is produced through fermentation and then refined to extract the oil. This oil is a source of arachidonic acid (ARA), an omega-6 fatty acid.
Is Less Than 1%: Mortierella Alpina Oil vegan?
Less Than 1%: Mortierella Alpina Oil is not animal-derived. Products that contain it can still include other animal-derived ingredients, so check the full ingredient list.
Is Less Than 1%: Mortierella Alpina Oil a major allergen?
Not a major allergen.
What is Less Than 1%: Mortierella Alpina Oil used for?
Manufacturers add Mortierella alpina oil as a source of nutrients, specifically arachidonic acid, which is important for infant development.
Is Less Than 1%: Mortierella Alpina Oil safe?
Mortierella alpina oil is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use in food.
Why it's used
Manufacturers add Mortierella alpina oil as a source of nutrients, specifically arachidonic acid, which is important for infant development. It is commonly found in infant formulas and some baby foods to help mimic the fatty acid profile of breast milk.
Health notes
Mortierella alpina oil is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use in food. Arachidonic acid is a naturally occurring fatty acid in the body and is important for growth and development. Regulatory bodies like EFSA have evaluated fatty acids, but specific evaluations for Mortierella alpina oil as a distinct ingredient are not widely publicized. Evidence suggests ARA is beneficial for infants, but research is ongoing regarding optimal intake levels.
Allergen info
Not a major allergen. Mortierella alpina is a fungus, not one of the nine major allergens.
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