Common Food Additives
This food additive, commonly used in bread-making, acts as a leavening agent and helps dough rise.
Yeast
This food additive, commonly found in processed foods and soft drinks, has been linked to hyperactivity in children.
Artificial food colouring!
Name a natural food preservative commonly found in pickled vegetables.
"vinegar": Which is commonly used to pickle vegetables and acts as a natural preservative.
This food additive is a natural antioxidant commonly found in citrus fruits and is used to prevent browning in cut fruits and vegetables.
Ascorbic acid (vitamin C).
Consuming too much sodium nitrite found in processed meats may cause this type of cancer.
Colon cancer
What is the purpose of using salt as a natural food preservative?
It helps draw out moisture from foods, inhibiting the growth of bacteria and other microorganisms.
What is the purpose of food additives and preservatives? (4)
Enhance food quality, Improve shelf life, Maintain freshness, and Enhance flavours or textures.
High doses of the sweetener aspartame may negatively affect these organs.
The brain and nervous system
Name a natural food preservative commonly used in dairy products to prevent spoilage.
"Lactic acid": This is commonly used as a natural preservative in dairy products.
What is the purpose of an antioxidant in food?
Antioxidants are used to prevent or slow down the oxidation process in food, helping to maintain its colour, flavour, and nutritional value.
This additive found in dark sodas can cause hyperactivity in children.
Caffeine
This natural food preservative is extracted from the bark of cinnamon trees and is commonly used in baked goods and dairy products.
Cinnamon oil!
What is the purpose of using stabilizers in food products?
To maintain the consistency, texture, and structure of food products, ensuring they remain intact and do not separate.
The preservative BHA may have hormone-disrupting effects that could impact this gland.
Thyroid
Name a natural food preservative commonly used in baked goods to prevent mold growth.
"Ascorbic acid" (vitamin C): This is commonly used as a natural preservative in baked goods.