Ingredient

Seasoning: Salt

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Source

Not animal-derived

Allergen

Role in food

Salt is widely used in food manufacturing as a flavor enhancer, bringing out the …

What it is

Salt, also known as sodium chloride, is a mineral compound essential for life. It is primarily obtained through mining from underground deposits or by evaporating seawater or brine. The resulting crystals are then processed for use in food.

Why it's used

Salt is widely used in food manufacturing as a flavor enhancer, bringing out the natural tastes of ingredients. It also functions as a preservative, inhibiting the growth of bacteria and extending the shelf life of foods. It is commonly found in products like ketchup, mustard, sauces, pizza, and soups.

Health notes

Salt is recognized as Generally Recognized As Safe (GRAS) by the FDA. It is an essential nutrient vital for proper nerve and muscle function and maintaining fluid balance. However, high intake of sodium, a component of salt, is linked to increased blood pressure in some individuals. The FDA's Daily Value for sodium is 2,300 mg. JECFA has evaluated salt as an essential nutrient, but typically does not set an Acceptable Daily Intake (ADI) for such substances.

Allergen info

Not a major allergen.

Products containing Seasoning: Salt

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WEIS QUALITY Italian Style With Olive Oil Boneless Breast Of Chicken Poultry, Chicken & Turkey High in sodium — 42% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 37% DV per serving 155kcal 18.1Protein 8.4Fat 1.3Carbs OUR SPECIALTY Angel Hair Pasta With Herbs, Angel Hair Pasta With Creamy Herb Sauce Mix Pasta Dinners High in sodium — 37% DV per serving 375kcal 12.5Protein 4.5Fat 69.6Carbs READY PAC FOODS Caesar Lite Salad Pickles, Olives, Peppers & Relishes High in sodium — 24% DV per serving 115kcal 7.0Protein 6.4Fat 7.0Carbs EVERFRESH Snack Wheel, Spicy Chips, Pretzels & Snacks 464kcal 7.1Protein 17.9Fat 57.1Carbs Campbell Soup Company Korean BBQ Sauce & Marinade, Korean BBQ Ketchup, Mustard, BBQ & Cheese Sauce 125kcal 0Protein 0Fat 25Carbs Weis Markets, Inc. Thin Crust Pizza Pizza High in sodium — 33% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 35% DV per serving 250kcal 10.1Protein 10.1Fat 29.7Carbs World Foods Products Inc. World Food Products Inc, Hot & Spicy Peanuts, Spicy, Spicy Popcorn, Peanuts, Seeds & Related Snacks 607kcal 25Protein 53.6Fat 17.9Carbs Bob Evans Farms Inc Bob Evans, Burritos, Egg, Steak & Cheese, Egg, Steak & Cheese Frozen Breakfast Sandwiches, Biscuits & Meals High in cholesterol — 32% DV per serving 211kcal 11.3Protein 9.9Fat 19.7Carbs Bernatello's Pizza, Inc. Chicken Stir Fry Crispy Pizza Crispy Pizza Topped With Mozzarella Cheese, Savory Marinade Sauce, White Meat Chicken, Diced Mushrooms, Broccoli Florets, Roasted Green Peppers, Roasted Red Peppers & Red Onions Ultra Thin Crust Pizza, Chicken Stir Fry Pizza High in sodium — 41% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 20% DV per serving 184kcal 10.1Protein 6.3Fat 20.9Carbs Completely Fresh Foods, Inc Beef Sirloin Jerky Other Snacks High in sodium — 72% DV per serving 357kcal 35.7Protein 7.1Fat 35.7Carbs Finlay Extracts & Ingredients USA, Inc. Steakhouse Salad Deli Salads High in sodium — 42% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 60% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 20% DV per serving 194kcal 4.4Protein 21.6Fat 13.7Carbs Cafe Hon, Inc. Cajun Style Gourmet Soup, Sausage & Ham Jambalaya Frozen Dinners & Entrees 44kcal 2.5Protein 1.0Fat 8.3Carbs

Last updated: September 28, 2026

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