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Source
Not animal-derived
Allergen
No
Role in food
Salt is used to enhance taste, act as a preservative, and improve texture in …
What it is
Salt is a mineral compound, sodium chloride, obtained from mines or evaporated seawater. Artificial flavors are chemical compounds created in a laboratory to mimic the taste of natural ingredients.
Why it's used
Salt is used to enhance taste, act as a preservative, and improve texture in foods. Artificial flavors are added to provide or enhance specific tastes in foods.
Health notes
Salt is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA and is an essential nutrient. High sodium intake is linked to high blood pressure, and the FDA Daily Value for sodium is 2,300 mg. Artificial flavors are approved by the FDA as food additives and are generally recognized as safe at typical intake levels. JECFA has evaluated salt.
Note:
This site presents label data from USDA FoodData Central for general information. It is not medical advice.
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