Ingredient

Vegetable Monoglycerides And Soy Lecithin

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Source
Not animal-derived
Allergen
No
Role in food
These ingredients act as emulsifiers, helping to blend oil and water-based ingredients smoothly. They …

What it is

Vegetable monoglycerides are fats made from vegetable oils. Soy lecithin is a substance derived from soybeans. They are often used together in food processing.

Why it's used

These ingredients act as emulsifiers, helping to blend oil and water-based ingredients smoothly. They improve texture and prevent separation in products like baked goods, margarine, and processed foods.

Health notes

Both vegetable monoglycerides and soy lecithin are generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA. They are common food components and are not associated with adverse health effects at typical consumption levels. International bodies like JECFA and EFSA have evaluated these substances. Evidence does not suggest significant health concerns for most people.

Allergen info

Soy lecithin is derived from soy, which is one of the 9 FDA major allergens. Gluten is not typically present.

Products containing Vegetable Monoglycerides And Soy Lecithin

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Conagra Brands CHEF BOYARDEE Chicken Bacon Cheddar Pasta, 7.25 OZ Pasta/Noodles High in sodium — 40% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 23% DV per serving 112kcal 4.4Protein 4.9Fat 12.7Carbs Conagra Brands CHEF BOYARDEE Chicken Buffalo Cheddar Pasta, 7.25 OZ Pasta/Noodles High in sodium — 42% DV per serving 102kcal 3.9Protein 3.9Fat 12.2Carbs Selma's Cookies Coated Crisped Rice Treats Cakes, Cupcakes, Snack Cakes High in saturated fat — 40% DV per serving 456kcal 3.5Protein 19.3Fat 66.7Carbs Nabisco Food Company 39% Vegetable Oil Spread Butter & Spread 357kcal 0Protein 35.7Fat 7.1Carbs Nabisco Food Company Light 39% Vegetable Oil Spread, Light Butter & Spread 357kcal 0Protein 35.7Fat 7.1Carbs Original Buttery Spread Olivio Premium Products Corp. Original Buttery Spread Butter & Spread 571kcal 0Protein 64.3Fat 0Carbs 60% Vegetable Oil Spread Squeeze Butter & Spread 500kcal 0Protein 57.1Fat 0Carbs Conagra Brands, Inc. 58% Whipped Vegetable Oil Spread Butter & Spread 583kcal 0Protein 58.3Fat 0Carbs Conagra Brands, Inc PARKAY Squeeze Liquid Spread, 400 LB Butter/Butter Substitutes 500kcal 0Protein 57.1Fat 0Carbs
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Last updated: September 28, 2026

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