Food Additives Period 5 by LINDSEY WITTE https://padlet.com/lwitte28/can557les3a05lvl The Dish on Food en-us 2023-05-23 14:50:00 UTC 2026-03-03 01:16:53 UTC hello@padlet.com https://padlet.net/icons/png/1f37d.png Sucralose https://padlet.com/lwitte28/can557les3a05lvl/wish/2601878668 Sucralose is an artificial sweetener that plays a role in sweet taste sensation enhancement. This artificial sweetener is not required in a healthy eating pattern, and sucralose consumption has been linked to leukemia, weight gain, obesity, diabetes, liver inflammation, metabolic dysfunction, and other illnesses.]]> 2023-05-23 15:16:44 UTC https://padlet.com/lwitte28/can557les3a05lvl/wish/2601878668 sucralose https://padlet.com/lwitte28/can557les3a05lvl/wish/2601879068
  • Purpose:
    • It is used as an alternative to sugar. People often consider it “healthier” because it has no calories.
  • Description:
    • Sucralose is an FDA permitted sugar replacement that it is told to be 600 times sweeter than sweeter. Because the body cannot break it down due to its molecular structure (hydroxyl groups of sucrose is replaced with chlorine atoms), it is considered noncaloric. 
  • Health Consequences:
    • If eaten in moderation, there are no known health effects but the long term effects are still being researched. It is said that over long time consumption, sucralose increases blood glucose levels and insulin while decreasing insulin sensitivity. 
  • Is it necessary:
    • It is not necessary.
  • Other names for it: 
    • Splenda

    • ]]>     2023-05-23 15:17:02 UTC https://padlet.com/lwitte28/can557les3a05lvl/wish/2601879068     carrageenan https://padlet.com/lwitte28/can557les3a05lvl/wish/2601879385
  • Purpose: 
    • It is used to thicken, emulsify, or preserve food/liquid
  • Description:
    • Often found in yogurt, nut milks, and meat products, carrageenan is a linear sulfated polysaccharide that is extract from red sea weed. 
  • Health Consequences:
    • Carrageenan is known to lead to inflammation, diabetes, digestive disorders, heart diseases, and neurological disorders. 
  • Is it necessary:
    • It is not necessary. 
  • Other names:
    • Other names for Carrageenan are PES (processed Eucheuma seaweed), Carrageenan gum, Chondrus, Carrageenin, Irish Moss, Irish Moss Extract, Irish Moss Gelose and Vegetable Gelatin.


    • ]]>     2023-05-23 15:17:17 UTC https://padlet.com/lwitte28/can557les3a05lvl/wish/2601879385     High Fructose Corn Syrup - Diacetyl https://padlet.com/lwitte28/can557les3a05lvl/wish/2601880044 An ingredient that retains moisture and thus maintains foods freshness. A sweetener made from corn and the starch contains a chain of glucose molecules. Health consequences include diabetes and inflammation in the body. Other names include Glucose Syrup. Substitutes can be any liquid sugars. ]]> 2023-05-23 15:17:48 UTC https://padlet.com/lwitte28/can557les3a05lvl/wish/2601880044 red 40 gracetoro https://padlet.com/lwitte28/can557les3a05lvl/wish/2601880130 2023-05-23 15:17:51 UTC https://padlet.com/lwitte28/can557les3a05lvl/wish/2601880130 Maltodextrin https://padlet.com/lwitte28/can557les3a05lvl/wish/2601880395 Maltodextrin is a type of carbohydrate that provides sweetness in a diet to improve the flavor, thickness, or shelf life of a product. Side effects include allergic reactions, weight gain, gas, bloating, rashes or skin irritations, and overall alters gut bacteria. It is a simple carbohydrate that has no nutritional value, therefore it is not necessary in foods.]]> 2023-05-23 15:18:03 UTC https://padlet.com/lwitte28/can557les3a05lvl/wish/2601880395 xylitol https://padlet.com/lwitte28/can557les3a05lvl/wish/2601880844 Xylitol is a sweetener used to replace sugar in many food products. It doesn't cause tooth decay like sugars and is often used in "sugar free" marketed items. It is a natural sugar alcohol found in plants like fruits and vegetables. The only negative side effects are Irritable Bowel syndrome, diarrhea, and nephrolithiasis in excessive amounts. It is not necessary to the diet and can also be called Wood sugar, birch sugar, birch bark extract]]> 2023-05-23 15:18:23 UTC https://padlet.com/lwitte28/can557les3a05lvl/wish/2601880844 Brominated Vegetable Oil https://padlet.com/lwitte28/can557les3a05lvl/wish/2601882554 Brominated vegetable oil is a vegetable oil which has bromine added to it. It is commonly added to drinks like gatorade to keep citrus flavorings from floating to the top of the drink. Long-term exposure to Bromine can cause neurologic symptoms such as headache, memory loss, and impaired balance or coordination. Bromine is not necessary to the diet.]]> 2023-05-23 15:19:14 UTC https://padlet.com/lwitte28/can557les3a05lvl/wish/2601882554 Caffeine https://padlet.com/lwitte28/can557les3a05lvl/wish/2601883360 Caffeine is a stimulant which means it increases the activity of the brain and nervous system, it makes you feel more energized. It is a white powdery substance which can dissolve in liquids. Too much caffeine can result in a fast heart rate, anxiety, insomnia and an eventual dependency in extreme cases. Although it isn’t necessary, it provides the consumer with the energy they need to get through the day, which can be seen as necessary by many. The scientific names for this ingredient are 3,7-dihydro-1,3,7-trimethyl-1h-purine-2,6-dione and 1,3,7-trimethylxanthine.

    ]]>     2023-05-23 15:19:53 UTC https://padlet.com/lwitte28/can557les3a05lvl/wish/2601883360     polysorbate 60 gracetoro https://padlet.com/lwitte28/can557les3a05lvl/wish/2601883736 2023-05-23 15:20:10 UTC https://padlet.com/lwitte28/can557les3a05lvl/wish/2601883736 TBHQ https://padlet.com/lwitte28/can557les3a05lvl/wish/2601884843 TBHQ is an additive to preserve processed foods, it's a light colored crystalline product with a slight odor. It is used as a fat antioxidant to increase the shelf life of various products. Too much can cause possible tumors, liver enlargement, neurotoxic effects, convulsions, and paralysis in laboratory animals. However, It is necessary to keep foods fresh and increase the shelf life of certain food goods. The scientific name for it is tert-Butylhydroquinone.]]> 2023-05-23 15:21:00 UTC https://padlet.com/lwitte28/can557les3a05lvl/wish/2601884843 Caramel Coloring - Guar Gum https://padlet.com/lwitte28/can557les3a05lvl/wish/2601885293 Stimulate the appearance of cocoa in baked goods and meats. Makes gravies more appealing and darken soft drinks. Used for thickening. Health consequences include abdominal pain, diarrhea and cramps. Substitutes can be agar agar powder and chia seeds. Other names can be Goma Guar and Gomme Guar. ]]> 2023-05-23 15:21:20 UTC https://padlet.com/lwitte28/can557les3a05lvl/wish/2601885293 high fructose corn syrup https://padlet.com/lwitte28/can557les3a05lvl/wish/2601886027 2023-05-23 15:21:33 UTC https://padlet.com/lwitte28/can557les3a05lvl/wish/2601886027 red 40 https://padlet.com/lwitte28/can557les3a05lvl/wish/2601888260 Made from petroleum - ADHD, behavioral changes and hyperactivity in children - some red 40 contain benzene which can cause cancers

    ]]>     2023-05-23 15:23:10 UTC https://padlet.com/lwitte28/can557les3a05lvl/wish/2601888260     Yellow 6 - Butane https://padlet.com/lwitte28/can557les3a05lvl/wish/2601893187 common ingredient approved by the FDA for use in popular foods and drinks to produce a yellow-orange color


    • may be contaminated with cancer-causing chemicals and occasionally causes severe hypersensitivity reactions
    • Skin and serious eye damage, corrosion or irritation
    ]]>     2023-05-23 15:26:54 UTC https://padlet.com/lwitte28/can557les3a05lvl/wish/2601893187     Monosodium Glutamate (MSG) https://padlet.com/lwitte28/can557les3a05lvl/wish/2601894388
    MSG is the sodium salt of glutamic acid, and is naturally found in some foods such as cheeses and tomatoes. MSG is used in cooking to add an umami or savory taste to foods. 
    In most cases MSG is healthy, but some people believe that intake of MSG causes headaches, Flushing, swelling, Chest pain, and other symptoms of discomfort. However, MSG has not been proven to be directly linked to these.
    MSG is not necessary, and some other names for MSG are monosodium salt, monohydrate, and more. ]]>     2023-05-23 15:27:53 UTC https://padlet.com/lwitte28/can557les3a05lvl/wish/2601894388     bradleyeng https://padlet.com/lwitte28/can557les3a05lvl/wish/2601903157
  • Ingredient Purpose    To sweeten foods, typically used in baking
  • Description of Ingredient It is a general purpose sweetener which is 600 times sweeter than sugar
  • Health Consequences Can alter gut health and cause inflammation
  • Is it necessary? It is not necessary 
  • Other names for it Splenda
  • Valid Source Information https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3856475/#:~:text=Sucralose%20is%20a%20synthetic%20organochlorine,taste%20sensation%20and%20hormone%20secretion. 
    • https://www.fda.gov/food/food-additives-petitions/additional-information-about-high-intensity-sweeteners-permitted-use-food-united-states#:~:text=Sucralose%20is%20sold%20under%20the%20brand%20name%20Splenda%C2%AE. 

    ]]>     2023-05-23 15:34:53 UTC https://padlet.com/lwitte28/can557les3a05lvl/wish/2601903157     Azodicarbonamide (ADA) https://padlet.com/lwitte28/can557les3a05lvl/wish/2601903568 Used as a bleaching agent in cereal flour and as a dough conditioner in bread baking. ADA is used as a flour bleaching agent and a dough conditioner, and ADA reacts with moist flour as an oxidizing agent. ADA has been banned in some countries due to the byproduct of semicarbazide, a weak carcinogen. ADA is not in use due to public backlash about the byproducts of ADA. ADA is not necessary nutrition wise. ADA is just known as ADA or Azodicarbonamide. ]]> 2023-05-23 15:35:13 UTC https://padlet.com/lwitte28/can557les3a05lvl/wish/2601903568 Sulfites https://padlet.com/lwitte28/can557les3a05lvl/wish/2601911029 Sulfites preserve flavor and color, inhibit bacterial growth, reduce food spoilage, preserve medications. They are compounds containing the sulfite ion (sulfate IV). They may be naturally found in some foods, but are often added in during the manufacturing process.
    Sulfites often do not cause any health effects on individuals who consume it. However, in severe cases, it may cause anaphylaxis (the most severe type of allergic rxn). Anaphylaxis is characterized by: Flushing, Rapid heartbeat, Wheezing Hives, Upset stomach, and Difficulty swallowing.
    Sulfites are often necessary to preserve foods for prolonged periods of time. For example, they are often used in wines to avoid bacterial growth and preserve flavor.
    Sulfite may be referred to by many other names, including: Potassium bisulphite, Sodium bisulphite, Sulphur dioxide, and Sulphurous acid.]]>     2023-05-23 15:41:19 UTC https://padlet.com/lwitte28/can557les3a05lvl/wish/2601911029     Yellow 6 https://padlet.com/lwitte28/can557les3a05lvl/wish/2601912144 Ingredient Name Yellow dye #6
    Ingredient Purpose food coloring
    Description of Ingredient An orange-yellow dye that is used in candy, sauces, baked goods and preserved fruits
    Health Consequences cancer-causing chemicals and occasionally causes severe hypersensitivity reactions
    Is it necessary? no
    Other names for it sunset yellow
    Valid Source Information https://www.cspinet.org/sites/default/files/attachment/food-dyes-rainbow-of-risks.pdf  ]]>     2023-05-23 15:42:15 UTC https://padlet.com/lwitte28/can557les3a05lvl/wish/2601912144     MSG https://padlet.com/lwitte28/can557les3a05lvl/wish/2601912505 Ingredient Name   MSG
    Ingredient Purpose  flavor enhancer
    Description of Ingredient compounds that are added to a food in order to supplement or enhance its own natural flavor.
    Health Consequences hypertension, obesity, gastrointestinal tract troubles, and impairment of function of brain, nervous system, reproductive, and endocrine system.
    Is it necessary?  
    MSG is a great way to add flavor to just about anything except sweets. It's particularly great with vegetables,
    Other names for it including monosodium salt, monohydrate, monosodium glutamate, monosodium glutamate monohydrate,
    Valid Source Information  

    https://www.businessinsider.com/msg-goes-by-many-different-names-2016-1#:~:text=MSG%20can%20go%20by%20these,%2C%20monosodium%20salt%2C%20and%20monohydrate.

    ]]>     2023-05-23 15:42:32 UTC https://padlet.com/lwitte28/can557les3a05lvl/wish/2601912505     Annatto https://padlet.com/lwitte28/can557les3a05lvl/wish/2601912680 It's mainly used as a natural food coloring and for its flavor profile.
    Annatto is an orange-red food coloring or condiment made from the seeds of the achiote tree (Bixa orellana), which grows in tropical regions in South and Central America.
    Some side effects include itchiness, swelling, low blood pressure, hives, and stomach pain. In some situations, annatto may trigger symptoms of irritable bowel syndrome (IBS).
    Not necessary, mostly used for color.
    It has several other names, including achiote, achiotillo, bija, urucum, and atsuete.]]>     2023-05-23 15:42:40 UTC https://padlet.com/lwitte28/can557les3a05lvl/wish/2601912680     Red 40 https://padlet.com/lwitte28/can557les3a05lvl/wish/2601913271 Red 40, also known as Allura Red, is a substance put into foods, cosmetics, and medications. It is primarily used for coloring food. It is linked to hyperactivity, allergic reactions, migraines, cancer causing agents, and even behavioral changes, such as depression and anxiety.]]> 2023-05-23 15:43:10 UTC https://padlet.com/lwitte28/can557les3a05lvl/wish/2601913271 MSG (Monosodium Glutamate https://padlet.com/lwitte28/can557les3a05lvl/wish/2601913396 Ingredient Name MSG
    Ingredient Purpose a flavor enhancer often added to restaurant foods, canned vegetables, soups, deli meats and other foods
    Description of Ingredient the sodium salt of glutamic acid
    Health Consequences Headache · Flushing · Sweating · Face pressure or tightness · Lack of feeling (numbness), tingling or burning in the face, etc. 
    Is it necessary? no
    Other names for it Monosodium Glutamate 
    Valid Source Information https://www.mayoclinic.org/healthy-lifestyle/nutrition-and-healthy-eating/expert-answers/monosodium-glutamate/faq-20058196 ]]>     2023-05-23 15:43:17 UTC https://padlet.com/lwitte28/can557les3a05lvl/wish/2601913396     Shortening https://padlet.com/lwitte28/can557les3a05lvl/wish/2601923872 Shortening is most often used in baking in order to make products have flaky or crumbly textures. It can also be used in order to preserve freshness of baked goods.
    Shortening is a 100% fat ingredient, compared to other ingredients (such as butter or lard) which are only 80% fat. It is made from hydrogenating vegetable oils,  and has a high melting point. In recent years, trans-fat was banned from being used in shortening.
    Shortening may cause increased risk of heart disease, heart attack, or stroke, arteriosclerosis, increased LDL cholesterol (the “bad” cholesterol), and increases inflammation.
    Shortening is not essential, however it does result in many of the pastries people know and love today. Without shortening products will be less flaky and crisp.
    Common nicknames include lard, crisco, all-vegetable fat]]>     2023-05-23 15:50:48 UTC https://padlet.com/lwitte28/can557les3a05lvl/wish/2601923872     Monosodium Salt (MSG) https://padlet.com/lwitte28/can557les3a05lvl/wish/2602088793 Monosodium salt is used to intensify the flavors of foods. 
    MSG is a common amino acid that occurs naturally in many foods. 
    MSG is no more harmful than standard salt, and has proven to be healthier due to lower sodium content. However, some health risks include raised blood pressure, heart disease, and stroke.
    MSG is not a necessary ingredient, however it is excellent at boosting flavors in processed foods.
    Nicknames include: Monosodium salt, Monohydrate, MSG monohydrate, Sodium glutamate monohydrate]]>     2023-05-23 18:12:47 UTC https://padlet.com/lwitte28/can557les3a05lvl/wish/2602088793     Fast Green FCF https://padlet.com/lwitte28/can557les3a05lvl/wish/2605397325 Purpose: Synthetic dye used in food, drugs, and cosmetics. Also used as a quantitative stain for histones at alkaline pH after acid extraction of DNA. It is also used as a protein stain in electrophoresis. 
    Description: A substitute for Light green SF yellowish in Masson's trichrome as it is less likely to fade, and is more bright. Also used as a food coloring agent.
    Health Consequences: Causes eye irritation and damage.  Open cuts, abraded or irritated skin should not be exposed.  People with impaired respiratory function, airway diseases/ conditions may have further disability if inhaled too much
    Is it necessary?: Only necessary when extracting DNA. 
    Other names: Food green 3, FD&C Green No. 3, Green 1724, Solid Green FCF, and C.I]]>     2023-05-25 23:55:03 UTC https://padlet.com/lwitte28/can557les3a05lvl/wish/2605397325