Retains Moisture
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What it is
Ingredients that retain moisture, also called humectants, are substances that help keep food from drying out. They work by attracting and holding water molecules. Common humectants include sugars, sugar alcohols, and certain salts.
Why it's used
Manufacturers add humectants to foods to maintain a desirable texture and prevent them from becoming stale or hard. They are often found in baked goods like cakes and cookies, confectionery, and dried fruits. Humectants help keep these products soft and moist.
Health notes
Many common humectants, such as sugar alcohols (like sorbitol and xylitol), have been evaluated by regulatory bodies. The FDA generally recognizes many humectants as safe (GRAS) when used as intended. JECFA and EFSA have also evaluated various humectants, often setting acceptable daily intake levels. While generally safe in typical food amounts, excessive consumption of some sugar alcohols can lead to digestive upset.
Allergen info
Not a major allergen. Some humectants may be derived from common allergens like wheat or corn, but the final ingredient is typically purified.
Products containing Retains Moisture
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Associated Wholesale Grocers, Inc.
Breaded Butterfly Coconut Shrimp With A Crisp Coconut Flake Coating And A Zesty Marmalade Dipping Sauce, Breaded Butterfly Coconut
High in sodium — 28% DV per serving
High in saturated fat — 45% DV per serving
High in added sugars — 24% DV per serving
390kcal
10Protein
27Fat
35Carbs
Kitchens Of The Oceans, Inc.
Pub Style Battered Shrimp Bites, Pub Style Battered Shrimp
214kcal
9.5Protein
10.7Fat
21.4Carbs
BIG LITTLE SHRIMP CO., LLC
Wild Shrimp Burgers, Wild Shrimp
High in cholesterol — 47% DV per serving
119kcal
18.6Protein
2.6Fat
3.5Carbs
Associated Wholesale Grocers, Inc.
Scampi Tail-Off Shrimp In A Sauce Blend Of Butter, Garlic, Romano Cheese And Herbs, Scampi
High in sodium — 30% DV per serving
High in saturated fat — 85% DV per serving
High in cholesterol — 53% DV per serving
292kcal
8.8Protein
28.3Fat
4.4Carbs
Associated Wholesale Grocers, Inc.
Breaded Spicy Popcorn Bite-Size Shrimp Coated In Zesty Seasoned Breadcrumbs, Breaded Spicy Popcorn
High in sodium — 40% DV per serving
High in cholesterol — 28% DV per serving
177kcal
10.6Protein
4.4Fat
24.8Carbs
Canadian Fish Exporters Inc.
The Original Naked Shrimp Burger
High in sodium — 33% DV per serving
High in cholesterol — 37% DV per serving
106kcal
12.4Protein
2.6Fat
8.8Carbs
Canadian Fish Exporters Inc.
Sweet & Smoky Shrimp Burger
High in sodium — 33% DV per serving
High in cholesterol — 37% DV per serving
115kcal
13.3Protein
2.2Fat
11.5Carbs
Canadian Fish Exporters Inc.
Southwest Shrimp Burger, Shrimp
High in sodium — 30% DV per serving
High in cholesterol — 27% DV per serving
124kcal
11.5Protein
2.2Fat
15.0Carbs
Canadian Fish Exporters Inc.
Bacon Cheddar Shrimp Burger, Bacon; Cheddar
High in sodium — 31% DV per serving
High in saturated fat — 30% DV per serving
High in cholesterol — 40% DV per serving
177kcal
15.9Protein
9.7Fat
7.1Carbs