Salt And Pepper
What is Salt And Pepper?
Salt is a mineral, primarily sodium chloride, that is either mined from underground deposits or obtained by evaporating seawater. Pepper is a spice made from the dried berries of the Piper nigrum plant, commonly known as peppercorns.
Is Salt And Pepper vegan?
Salt And Pepper is not animal-derived. Products that contain it can still include other animal-derived ingredients, so check the full ingredient list.
Is Salt And Pepper a major allergen?
Neither salt nor pepper is considered a major allergen.
What is Salt And Pepper used for?
Both salt and pepper are widely used as flavor enhancers in a vast array of foods, from savory dishes to baked goods.
Is Salt And Pepper safe?
Salt (sodium) is an essential nutrient, but high intake is associated with increased blood pressure.
Why it's used
Both salt and pepper are widely used as flavor enhancers in a vast array of foods, from savory dishes to baked goods. Salt also acts as a preservative and can improve food texture.
Health notes
Salt (sodium) is an essential nutrient, but high intake is associated with increased blood pressure. The FDA Daily Value for sodium is 2,300 mg. Pepper is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA. Both salt and pepper have been evaluated by JECFA.
Allergen info
Neither salt nor pepper is considered a major allergen.
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