Soy Lecithin And Annatto
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What it is
Soy lecithin is a fat-like substance derived from soybeans. It is a mixture of phospholipids, primarily phosphatidylcholine and phosphatidylethanolamine. It is produced by extracting oil from soybeans and then separating the lecithin from the oil.
Why it's used
Soy lecithin is commonly used as an emulsifier, helping to blend ingredients that don't normally mix, like oil and water. It also acts as a stabilizer and a release agent, preventing sticking. You'll find it in a wide range of foods, including baked goods, chocolate, dairy products, and margarine.
Health notes
Soy lecithin is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use in food. It is a common food ingredient and is not typically associated with adverse health effects at the levels found in food. International bodies like JECFA have evaluated soy lecithin. While soy is a major allergen, highly purified lecithin contains very little protein, and is not considered allergenic by many regulatory bodies.
Allergen info
Soy lecithin is derived from soy, which is one of the 9 FDA major allergens. However, the processing typically removes most of the soy protein, so it is often not considered allergenic.
Products containing Soy Lecithin And Annatto
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Ahold USA, Inc.
French Vanilla Real Ice Cream, French Vanilla
High in saturated fat — 30% DV per serving
High in added sugars — 30% DV per serving
High in cholesterol — 25% DV per serving
216kcal
3.4Protein
11.4Fat
27.3Carbs
HP Hood LLC
French Vanilla Rich, Creamy Custard Ice Cream Premium Ice Cream, French Vanilla
High in saturated fat — 30% DV per serving
High in added sugars — 30% DV per serving
High in cholesterol — 25% DV per serving
216kcal
3.4Protein
11.4Fat
27.3Carbs
Family Dollar Stores Inc.
White Cheddar Cheese Snack Crackers, White Cheddar Cheese
500kcal
6.7Protein
26.7Fat
56.7Carbs
AbiMar Foods, Inc.
White Cheddar Cheese Crackers, White Cheddar Cheese C
—kcal
6.7Protein
26.7Fat
56.7Carbs