FOOD CHEMISTRY
FOOD ADDITIVES AND PRESERVATIVES
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destroy nutrients
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improve the appearance of the food
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make consumers sick
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produce gas
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Detailed explanation-1: -Food additives are substances added to food to maintain or improve its safety, freshness, taste, texture, or appearance. Food additives need to be checked for potential harmful effects on human health before they can be used.
Detailed explanation-2: -Sodium benzoate, calcium propionate, and potassium sorbate are used to prevent microbial growth that causes spoilage and to slow changes in color, texture, and flavor.
Detailed explanation-3: -Anti-caking agents – stop ingredients from becoming lumpy. Antioxidants – prevent foods from oxidising, or going rancid. Artificial sweeteners – increase the sweetness. Emulsifiers – stop fats from clotting together. Food acids – maintain the right acid level. Colours – enhance or add colour. More items