Vitamin C Retention
What is Vitamin C Retention?
Ascorbic acid, also known as Vitamin C, is a naturally occurring nutrient found in many fruits and vegetables. It is commercially produced through a process that often starts with glucose derived from corn or other plant sources, involving several chemical steps.
Is Vitamin C Retention vegan?
Vitamin C Retention is not animal-derived. Products that contain it can still include other animal-derived ingredients, so check the full ingredient list.
Is Vitamin C Retention gluten-free?
It does not contain gluten.
Is Vitamin C Retention a major allergen?
Ascorbic acid is not derived from any of the nine major allergens.
What is Vitamin C Retention used for?
Manufacturers add ascorbic acid primarily as an antioxidant to prevent browning and spoilage in foods like canned fruits and vegetables, and to preserve flavor and color.
Is Vitamin C Retention safe?
Ascorbic acid is recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA when used as a nutrient or for its technical effects.
Why it's used
Manufacturers add ascorbic acid primarily as an antioxidant to prevent browning and spoilage in foods like canned fruits and vegetables, and to preserve flavor and color. It's also used as a nutrient to fortify foods and beverages, and as an acidity regulator.
Health notes
Ascorbic acid is recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA when used as a nutrient or for its technical effects. It is an essential nutrient for human health, playing a role in immune function and collagen formation. Organizations like JECFA and EFSA have evaluated it, and it is generally recognized as safe at typical dietary levels. There are no significant controversies surrounding its use in food.
Allergen info
Ascorbic acid is not derived from any of the nine major allergens. It does not contain gluten.
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