Magnesium Hydroxide And Sodium Citrate
What is Magnesium Hydroxide And Sodium Citrate?
Magnesium hydroxide is a mineral compound found naturally in the earth. Sodium citrate is a salt derived from citric acid, which is commonly found in citrus fruits. Both are manufactured for food use.
Is Magnesium Hydroxide And Sodium Citrate vegan?
Magnesium Hydroxide And Sodium Citrate is not animal-derived. Products that contain it can still include other animal-derived ingredients, so check the full ingredient list.
Is Magnesium Hydroxide And Sodium Citrate a major allergen?
Not a major allergen.
What is Magnesium Hydroxide And Sodium Citrate used for?
Magnesium hydroxide acts as an antacid and laxative in medications, and in food, it can function as an acidity regulator or leavening agent.
Is Magnesium Hydroxide And Sodium Citrate safe?
Magnesium hydroxide is Generally Recognized As Safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use as an antacid and laxative, and also as a food additive.
Why it's used
Magnesium hydroxide acts as an antacid and laxative in medications, and in food, it can function as an acidity regulator or leavening agent. Sodium citrate is used as an acidity regulator, emulsifier, and preservative. They are found in baked goods, dairy products, and processed foods.
Health notes
Magnesium hydroxide is Generally Recognized As Safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use as an antacid and laxative, and also as a food additive. Sodium citrate is also GRAS for use as a food additive. Both have been evaluated by JECFA and EFSA. At typical food intake levels, they are not associated with adverse health effects. There are no major controversies regarding their use in food.
Allergen info
Not a major allergen.
Foods that contain Magnesium Hydroxide And Sodium Citrate
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High in added sugars — 72% DV per serving
High in cholesterol — 62% DV per serving
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9.7Protein
10.6Fat
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