Soda
What is Soda?
"Soda" in food usually refers to sodium bicarbonate, also known as baking soda. It is a white, crystalline powder that is a chemical compound. It can be found naturally as the mineral nahcolite or produced through chemical processes.
Is Soda vegan?
Soda is not animal-derived. Products that contain it can still include other animal-derived ingredients, so check the full ingredient list.
Is Soda a major allergen?
Not a major allergen.
What is Soda used for?
Manufacturers add sodium bicarbonate primarily as a leavening agent in baked goods like cookies, cakes, and crackers.
Is Soda safe?
Sodium bicarbonate is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for its intended uses.
Why it's used
Manufacturers add sodium bicarbonate primarily as a leavening agent in baked goods like cookies, cakes, and crackers. When combined with an acid and moisture, it produces carbon dioxide gas, which helps dough and batter rise. It can also be used as an acidity regulator in various food products.
Health notes
Sodium bicarbonate is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for its intended uses. When consumed in typical food amounts, it is considered safe. The Joint FAO/WHO Expert Committee on Food Additives (JECFA) has evaluated sodium bicarbonate and determined that an acceptable daily intake (ADI) is "not specified," indicating its very low toxicity. There are no notable health controversies associated with its use as a food ingredient.
Allergen info
Not a major allergen.
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