Maintain Freshness
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What it is
Maintain Freshness is a brand name for a blend of ingredients designed to preserve food quality. The exact composition is proprietary but typically includes preservatives and antioxidants. These compounds work by inhibiting the growth of microorganisms and preventing oxidation, which can cause spoilage.
Why it's used
Manufacturers add Maintain Freshness to foods to extend shelf life and maintain appearance and taste. It is commonly found in dairy products like cottage cheese, processed meats, and baked goods. The blend helps prevent rancidity and the growth of mold and bacteria.
Health notes
Maintain Freshness is a proprietary blend, and its health effects depend on the specific ingredients used. The preservatives and antioxidants within the blend are generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA when used as intended. International bodies like JECFA and EFSA have evaluated many common preservatives and antioxidants, setting guidelines for their use. At typical consumption levels found in food, these ingredients are not associated with adverse health effects for most people.
Allergen info
The specific ingredients in Maintain Freshness are proprietary. However, common preservatives and antioxidants used in such blends are not typically derived from the major allergens. It is generally considered safe for individuals with allergies to milk, eggs, fish, shellfish, tree nuts, peanuts, wheat, soy, and sesame. It does not contain gluten.
Products containing Maintain Freshness
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Prairie Farms Dairy, Inc.
4% Milkfat Small Curd Cottage Cheese, Cottage
High in sodium — 26% DV per serving
High in saturated fat — 20% DV per serving
92kcal
9.9Protein
4.3Fat
4.3Carbs
Prairie Farms Dairy, Inc.
Garden Veggie Cottage Cheese, Garden Veggie
High in sodium — 31% DV per serving
High in saturated fat — 20% DV per serving
99kcal
9.9Protein
4.3Fat
5.0Carbs
Prairie Farms Dairy, Inc.
4% Milkfat Cottage Cheese
High in sodium — 27% DV per serving
High in saturated fat — 20% DV per serving
99kcal
9.9Protein
4.3Fat
5.7Carbs
Prairie Farms Dairy, Inc.
Low Fat Cottage Cheese
High in sodium — 21% DV per serving
79kcal
10.5Protein
2.2Fat
4.4Carbs
Prairie Farms Dairy, Inc.
Cottage Cheese
High in sodium — 20% DV per serving
70kcal
10.5Protein
0Fat
5.3Carbs
Prairie Farms Dairy, Inc.
Small Curd Cottage Cheese
High in sodium — 20% DV per serving
105kcal
11.4Protein
4.4Fat
3.5Carbs
Prairie Farms Dairy, Inc.
Large Curd Cottage Cheese
High in sodium — 20% DV per serving
105kcal
11.4Protein
4.4Fat
3.5Carbs
Prairie Farms Dairy, Inc.
Small Curd Cottage Cheese
High in sodium — 20% DV per serving
105kcal
11.4Protein
4.4Fat
3.5Carbs
Prairie Farms Dairy, Inc.
Low Fat Cottage Cheese
High in sodium — 20% DV per serving
79kcal
11.4Protein
2.2Fat
4.4Carbs
Meijer, Inc.
Orange Gumballs, Orange
375kcal
0Protein
0Fat
87.5Carbs