Spice And Spice Extracts
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What it is
Spices are dried seeds, fruits, roots, bark, or vegetative substances used in nutritionally insignificant quantities as a food additive for flavor, color, or preserving. Spice extracts are concentrated forms of these spices, often made using solvents like alcohol or water.
Why it's used
Manufacturers add spices and their extracts to enhance or impart flavor in a wide variety of foods. They are commonly found in processed meats, baked goods, snacks, sauces, and beverages.
Health notes
Spices and spice extracts are generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA when used for flavoring. Regulatory bodies like JECFA have evaluated many spices and their extracts. While generally considered safe in typical food amounts, some individuals may experience digestive upset from certain spices.
Allergen info
Not a major allergen. However, some spices are processed in facilities that also handle major allergens, leading to potential cross-contamination.
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Clearwater Country AX, LLC
Falafel Cakes, Falafel
High in sodium — 23% DV per serving
163kcal
5.8Protein
2.9Fat
27.9Carbs