The Following: Sour Flavoring
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What it is
Sour flavoring is a broad category that includes natural or artificial compounds designed to impart a sour or tart taste to foods. These can be derived from natural sources like fruits (e.g., citric acid from lemons) or produced synthetically. The specific ingredients used in a 'sour flavoring' blend can vary widely.
Why it's used
Manufacturers use sour flavoring to enhance or create tart tastes in a variety of products, from candies and beverages to savory dishes like sauces and processed meats. It can balance sweetness, add complexity, or provide a tangy profile that consumers enjoy.
Health notes
Many ingredients used for sour flavoring, such as citric acid, are Generally Recognized As Safe (GRAS) by the FDA. Regulatory bodies like JECFA and EFSA have evaluated many common souring agents. At typical consumption levels found in food, these ingredients are not associated with adverse health effects. Evidence does not suggest significant health concerns for most common sour flavoring components when used as intended.
Allergen info
Sour flavoring itself is not typically derived from one of the nine FDA major allergens. However, specific ingredients within a sour flavoring blend could potentially be derived from allergens like wheat (e.g., if derived from fermentation byproducts). Always check the full ingredient list for specific product details.
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Palermo Villa Inc.
Ham, Bacon & Pineapple Pizza Julienne Ham, Pieces Of Bacon, Chunks Of Pineapple, Whole Milk Mozzarella Cheese, Secret-Recipe Tomato Sauce, Medium Stone-Fired Butter Crust Pizza, Ham, Bacon & Pineapple
High in sodium — 32% DV per serving
High in saturated fat — 30% DV per serving
214kcal
10.3Protein
9.5Fat
21.4Carbs
Palermo Villa Inc.
Sausage & Shrooms Italian Sausage, White Mushrooms, & Yellow Onions Whole Milk Mozzarella Cheese Parmesan & Romano Cheeses Blend Of Garlic, Oregano, Basil Secret Recipe Tomato Sauce Medium Stone-Fired Butter Crust Pizza, Sausage & Shrooms
High in sodium — 30% DV per serving
High in saturated fat — 35% DV per serving
223kcal
10Protein
11.5Fat
20Carbs
Palermo Villa Inc.
Ultimate Deluxe Italian Sausage, Pepperoni, Green And Red Peppers, Yellow Onions & White Mushrooms Pizza, Ultimate Deluxe
High in sodium — 33% DV per serving
High in saturated fat — 40% DV per serving
229kcal
9.2Protein
13.1Fat
18.3Carbs
Palermo Villa Inc.
Holy Pepperoni Premium Pepperoni, Mozzarella Cheese, Secret Recipe Tomato Sauce, Stone-Fried Medium Crust Pizza, Holy Pepperoni
High in sodium — 29% DV per serving
High in saturated fat — 40% DV per serving
262kcal
11.1Protein
15.9Fat
19.1Carbs