Food Additives (Leaving Cert Home Economics): Flashcards
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Food additives definition
Food additives definition
Substances added to improve flavour, appearance, texture, storage properties
What E-numbers indicate
What E-numbers indicate
EU approval code - additive tested & approved as safe
Beta-carotene E-number
Beta-carotene E-number
E160a
Tartrazine E-number
Tartrazine E-number
E102
Main function of preservatives
Main function of preservatives
Extend shelf life & prevent microbial growth/spoilage
Sodium benzoate E-number
Sodium benzoate E-number
E211
Main function of antioxidants
Main function of antioxidants
Prevent oxidation that leads to rancidity
Vitamin C (ascorbic acid) E-number
Vitamin C (ascorbic acid) E-number
E300
Physical conditioning agents function
Physical conditioning agents function
Improve texture & consistency of food products
MSG E-number
MSG E-number
E621
Is MSG safe? (according to food authorities)
Is MSG safe? (according to food authorities)
Yes - recognised as safe by major food safety authorities
Main function of sweeteners
Main function of sweeteners
Provide sweetness with reduced or zero calories
EU regulation number for food additives
EU regulation number for food additives
Regulation (EC) No 1333/2008
EFSA full name
EFSA full name
European Food Safety Authority
FSAI full name
FSAI full name
Food Safety Authority of Ireland