FOOD CHEMISTRY
FOOD ADDITIVES AND PRESERVATIVES
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Question
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Many breads add vitamin B12 to prevent birth defects in newborns. What is vitamin B12 an example of:
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Fortifying agent
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Anticaking agent
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Flavor enhancer
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Humectant
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Explanation:
Detailed explanation-1: -Globally, mandatory regulations are most often applied to the fortification of food with micronutrients such as iodine, iron, vitamin A and folic acid.
Detailed explanation-2: -Milk and milk products are good sources of vitamin B12. Many ready-to-eat breakfast cereals are fortified with vitamin B12. Fish and red meat are excellent sources of vitamin B12. Poultry and eggs also contain vitamin B12.
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