Non-dairy Product Ingredients: Water

Water is a clear, odorless, and tasteless liquid essential for life. It is naturally found in lakes, rivers, and oceans, and makes up a significant portion of many foods. In food products, it is often purified through processes like distillation or filtration.

Water is a fundamental ingredient in a vast array of food products, serving as a solvent, base, or carrier for other ingredients. It is used in beverages, baked goods, soups, sauces, and processed meals to achieve the desired texture, consistency, and volume.

Water is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA when used as a food ingredient. Adequate water intake is crucial for overall health, supporting bodily functions like temperature regulation and nutrient transport. Regulatory bodies like JECFA have evaluated water, and it is considered safe for consumption without specific intake limits.