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Role in food
These ingredients act as emulsifiers, helping to mix oil and water-based ingredients in foods. …
What it is
Mono- and diglycerides are fats that are made by combining glycerol with fatty acids. Soy lecithin is a fat derived from soybeans. They are often produced industrially through chemical processes.
Why it's used
These ingredients act as emulsifiers, helping to mix oil and water-based ingredients in foods. They improve texture and stability in products like baked goods, margarine, and chocolate.
Health notes
Mono- and diglycerides are generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA. Soy lecithin is also GRAS. Both are common food ingredients with no significant health concerns at typical consumption levels. International bodies like JECFA and EFSA have evaluated these substances.
Allergen info
Soy lecithin is derived from soy, which is one of the 9 FDA major allergens. It does not contain gluten.
Products containing Mono- And Diglycerides And Soy Lecithin
Note:
This site presents label data from USDA FoodData Central for general information. It is not medical advice.
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