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Carrageenan
Purpose: Thickening and stabilizing agent & Potential Foods Found In: Non-dairy milks, yogurt, ice cream
Trans Fats
Purpose: Improve texture and shelf-life & Potential Foods Found In: Margarine, shortening, fast food
High Fructose Corn Syrup (HFCS)
Purpose: Sweetener & Potential Foods Found In: Soft drinks, candies, baked goods
Xanthan Gum
Purpose: Stabilizer and emulsifier & Potential Foods Found In: Salad dressings, gluten-free baked goods, sauces
Soy Lecithin
Purpose: Emulsifier & Potential Foods Found In: Chocolate, baked goods, salad dressing
Sodium Nitrite
Purpose: Preservative and color fixative & Potential Foods Found In: Cured meats, bacon, hot dogs
Potassium Sorbate
Purpose: Preservative & Potential Foods Found In: Cheese, wine, dried meats
Calcium Propionate
Purpose: Preservative & Potential Foods Found In: Bread, processed meats, dairy products
Citric Acid
Purpose: Acidulant and preservative & Potential Foods Found In: Fruit drinks, candy, canned vegetables
Artificial Colors (e.g., Red 40, Blue 1)
Purpose: Color enhancement & Potential Foods Found In: Candy, cereal, soft drinks
Sodium Benzoate
Purpose: Preservative & Potential Foods Found In: acidic foods like salad dressings, carbonated drinks, jams
Monosodium Glutamate (MSG)
Purpose: Flavor enhancer & Potential Foods Found In: Processed foods, snacks, seasoning blends
Aspartame
Purpose: Artificial sweetener & Potential Foods Found In: Diet sodas, sugar-free gum, light yogurts
BHA and BHT
Purpose: Antioxidants to prevent rancidity & Potential Foods Found In: Cereal, snack foods, chewing gum
Propylene Glycol
Purpose: Humectant and stabilizer & Potential Foods Found In: Ice cream, beer, salad dressing
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