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Phosphoric Acid Side Effects

Phosphoric Acid is a colorless, transparent, or yellowish, thick liquid used as an acidulant or yeast nutrient in canned food and drinks. Though it’s considered safe, some are convinced it has potentially dangerous health effects.

What Is Phosphoric Acid?

Phosphoric Acid is a transparent and syrupy liquid that is odorless and has a very sour taste. This product is an acidity regulator and nutrition agent for yeast food, and it may be applied to flavors, canned food and light drinks as well as used in wine making.

Possible Side Effects of Phosphoric Acid

Phosphoric Acid is generally considered a safe ingredient. The side effects may: dermatitis, pain, tearing, blurred vision, difficulty swallowing or breathing andgastrointestinal problems.

GRAS Affirmation: Yes

Generally recognized as safe (GRAS) is an American Food and Drug Administration (FDA) designation that a chemical or substance added to food is considered safe by experts, and so is exempted from the usual Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (FFDCA) food additive tolerance requirements. Phosphoric Acid is considered safe by FDA.

Suggested Dosage

NA.

Special Populations Precaution

There is a lot of concern about diet and nutrition for these population, like Newborns, children, pregnant, sensitive to Phosphoric Acid populations. Better consult to your doctor if you would like to intake Phosphoric Acid.

 

 

Related Research

1. Tandem dosing of samarium-153 ethylenediamine tetramethylene phosphoric acid with stem cell support for patients with high-risk osteosarcoma. [Cancer. 2010 Dec 1] Author: Loeb DM, Hobbs RF, Okoli A, Chen AR, Cho S, Srinivasan S, Sgouros G, Shokek O, Wharam MD Jr, Scott T, Schwartz CL.

2. Changes in mobility of toxic elements during the production of phosphoric acid in the fertilizer industry of Huelva (SW Spain) and environmental impact of phosphogypsum wastes. [J Hazard Mater. 2007 Sep 30] Author: Pérez-López R, Alvarez-Valero AM, Nieto JM.

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Monopotassium Phosphate Side Effects

Monopotassium phosphate, MKP, KH₂PO₄, is a soluble salt of potassium and the dihydrogen phosphate ion which is used as a fertilizer, a food additive and a fungicide. It is a source of phosphorus and potassium. It is also a buffering agent. Though it’s considered safe, some are convinced it has potentially dangerous health effects.

What Is Monopotassium Phosphate?

Monopotassium Phosphate is used as a thickener, emulsifier, sequestrant, acidity regulator, humectant and stabilizer. It is used in dessert mixes, pasteurized processed cheese, cheese spreads, jelly products, cheese foods, non diary powdered coffee creams and sauces, vitamin waters and energy drinks.

Possible Side Effects of Monopotassium Phosphate

Monopotassium Phosphate is generally considered a safe ingredient. Common side effects may:

  • nausea, vomiting, stomach pain, diarrhea;
  • bone or joint pain;
  • headache, dizziness, tired feeling;
  • muscle pain or weakness;
  • increased thirst; or.
  • numbness or tingly feeling.

GRAS Affirmation: Yes

Generally recognized as safe (GRAS) is an American Food and Drug Administration (FDA) designation that a chemical or substance added to food is considered safe by experts, and so is exempted from the usual Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (FFDCA) food additive tolerance requirements. Monopotassium Phosphate is considered safe by FDA.

Suggested Dosage

NA.

Special Populations Precaution

There is a lot of concern about diet and nutrition for these population, like Newborns, children, pregnant, sensitive to Monopotassium Phosphate populations. Better consult to your doctor if you would like to intake Monopotassium Phosphate.

 

 

Related Research

1. Mobility and bioavailability reduction of soil TNT via sorption enhancement using monopotassium phosphate. [J Hazard Mater. 2014 Jun 30] Author: Jung JW, Nam K.

2. Intrinsically fluorescent carbon dots with tunable emission derived from hydrothermal treatment of glucose in the presence of monopotassium phosphate. [Chem Commun (Camb). 2011 Nov 14] Author: Yang ZC, Wang M, Yong AM, Wong SY, Zhang XH, Tan H, Chang AY, Li X, Wang J.

3. Validation of a model for growth of Lactococcus lactis and Listeria innocua in a structured gel system: effect of monopotassium phosphate. [Int J Food Microbiol. 2008 Jul 31] Author: Antwi M, Theys TE, Bernaerts K, Van Impe JF, Geeraerd AH.

4. Studies on the murine leprosy bacillus. V. Growth in relation to concentrations of monopotassium phosphate, sodium glutamate, and glycerol in the 1 per cent egg yolk medium, and relation to pH of the medium. [Kitasato Arch Exp Med. 1972 Mar] Author: Ogawa T, Hiraki M.

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Monoammonium Phosphate Side Effects

Monoammonium Phosphate (MAP), NH4H2PO4 (Purified), is a white granular crystal that is easily soluble in water, slightly soluble in alcohol, and insoluble in ketone. Food grade Monoammonium Phosphate (MAP) is mainly used as a fermentation and nourishment agent. Though it’s considered safe, some are convinced it has potentially dangerous health effects.

What Is Monoammonium Phosphate?

Monoammonium Phosphate (Food Grade) is used as a acidulant for sharping the taste of acidic foods. Applications include tomatoes, lemons, oranges, apples, cheese and yogurt.

Possible Side Effects of Monoammonium Phosphate

Monoammonium Phosphate is generally considered a safe ingredient. The side effects may cause upper respiratory tract irritation. Acute Ingestion: May cause abdominal cramps, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea.

GRAS Affirmation: Yes

Generally recognized as safe (GRAS) is an American Food and Drug Administration (FDA) designation that a chemical or substance added to food is considered safe by experts, and so is exempted from the usual Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (FFDCA) food additive tolerance requirements. Monoammonium Phosphate is considered safe by FDA.

Suggested Dosage

NA.

Special Populations Precaution

There is a lot of concern about diet and nutrition for these population, like Newborns, children, pregnant, sensitive to Monoammonium Phosphate populations. Better consult to your doctor if you would like to intake Monoammonium Phosphate.

 

 

Related Research

1. Analysis of acidic peptides with a matrix-assisted laser desorption/ionization mass spectrometry using positive and negative ion modes with additive monoammonium phosphate. [Proteomics. 2006 Aug] Author: Nabetani T1, Miyazaki K, Tabuse Y, Tsugita A.

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Menadione Side Effects

Menadione is an organic compound with the formula C6H4(CO)2C2H(CH3). It is an analog of 1,4-naphthoquinone with a methyl group in the 2-position. It is occasionally used as a nutritional supplement because of its vitamin K3 activity. Though it’s considered safe, some are convinced it has potentially dangerous health effects.

What Is Menadione?

Menadione, also known as Vitamin K3, it is a white or almost white crystalline powder. Primarily used as a nutraceutical, it is considered to be a dietary source of Vitamin K3 and can be found in many nutritional supplements or as an additive in many foods.

Possible Side Effects of Menadione

Menadione is generally considered a safe ingredient. The side effects may: Facial flushing, sweating, chest constriction/pain, dyspnoea, cyanosis.

GRAS Affirmation: Yes

Generally recognized as safe (GRAS) is an American Food and Drug Administration (FDA) designation that a chemical or substance added to food is considered safe by experts, and so is exempted from the usual Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (FFDCA) food additive tolerance requirements. Menadione is considered safe by FDA.

Suggested Dosage

NA.

Special Populations Precaution

There is a lot of concern about diet and nutrition for these population, like Newborns, children, pregnant, sensitive to Menadione populations. Better consult to your doctor if you would like to intake Menadione.

 

 

Related Research

1. Novel insights into the antiproliferative effects and synergism of quercetin and menadione in human leukemia Jurkat T cells. [Leuk Res. 2014 Jul] Author: Baran I, Ionescu D, Filippi A, Mocanu MM, Iftime A, Babes R, Tofolean IT, Irimia R, Goicea A, Popescu V, Dimancea A, Neagu A, Ganea C.

2. Apoptosis provoked by the oxidative stress inducer menadione (Vitamin K(3)) is mediated by the Fas/Fas ligand system. [Clin Immunol. 1999 Oct] Author: Caricchio R, Kovalenko D, Kaufmann WK, Cohen PL.

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Vitamin K1 Side Effects

Vitamin K1 is a pale yellow to golden yellow transparent oily liquid or powder. It has applications as a nutritional enhancer for milk powder, biscuits, and other food. Also, it can be used as pharmaceutical raw materials that play a role in hemostasis but also can be used for multi-dimensional food and livestock feed additives. Though it’s considered safe, some are convinced it has potentially dangerous health effects.

What Is Vitamin K1?

Vitamin K1 appears as a fine white to off-white colored powder. It is found naturally in a wide variety of green plants, particularly leaves. Vitamin K is a group of structurally similar, fat-soluble vitamins that are needed for the post transitional modification of certain proteins required for blood coagulation and in metabolic pathways in bone and other tissue. This product is often used as a dietary supplement.

Possible Side Effects of Vitamin K1

Vitamin K1 is generally considered a safe ingredient. Common side effects of Vitamin K1 includedizziness, sweating, and injection site reactions (pain, swelling, and tenderness), temporary flushing, taste changes, rapid heartbeat, shortness of breath, or bluishlips/skin/nails.

GRAS Affirmation: Yes

Generally recognized as safe (GRAS) is an American Food and Drug Administration (FDA) designation that a chemical or substance added to food is considered safe by experts, and so is exempted from the usual Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (FFDCA) food additive tolerance requirements. Vitamin K1 is considered safe by FDA.

Suggested Dosage

NA.

Special Populations Precaution

There is a lot of concern about diet and nutrition for these population, like Newborns, children, pregnant, sensitive to Vitamin K1 populations. Better consult to your doctor if you would like to intake Vitamin K1.

 

 

Related Research

1. Vitamin K1 to slow vascular calcification in haemodialysis patients (VitaVasK trial): a rationale and study protocol. [Nephrol Dial Transplant. 2014 Sep] Author: Krueger T, Schlieper G, Schurgers L, Cornelis T, Cozzolino M, Jacobi J, Jadoul M, Ketteler M, Rump LC, Stenvinkel P, Westenfeld R, Wiecek A, Reinartz S, Hilgers RD, Floege J.

2. Efficacy and safety of intravenous phytonadione (vitamin K1) in patients on long-term oral anticoagulant therapy. [Mayo Clin Proc. 2001 Mar] Author: Shields RC, McBane RD, Kuiper JD, Li H, Heit JA.

3. Low-dose vitamin K1 versus short-term with holding of acenocoumarol in the treatment of excessive anticoagulation episodes induced by acenocoumarol. A retrospective comparative study. [Haemostasis. 1998 Mar-Apr] Author: Ortín M, Olalla J, Marco F, Velasco N.

4. Intravenous versus subcutaneous vitamin K1 in reversing excessive oral anticoagulation. [Am J Cardiol. 1999 Jan 15] Author: Nee R, Doppenschmidt D, Donovan DJ, Andrews TC.

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Vitamin C Side Effects

Vitamin C E300, also known as L-ascorbic acid or ascorbate, is a white crystalline powder. Vitamin C is used in the food and beverage industry as a food antioxidant. Though it’s considered safe, some are convinced it has potentially dangerous health effects.

What Is Vitamin C E300?

Ascorbic acid E300 is a naturally occurring organic compound with antioxidant properties. It is a white solid, but impure samples can appear yellowish. It dissolves well in water to give mildly acidic solutions. Ascorbic acid is one form (“vitamer”) of vitamin C. It was originally called L-hexuronic acid, Because it is derived from glucose, many animals are able to produce it, but humans require it as part of their nutrition. There exists a D-ascorbic acid, which does not occur in nature. It may be synthesized artificially.

Possible Side Effects of Vitamin C E300

Vitamin C E300 may cause abdominal cramps or pain, chest pain, dental erosion, dizziness, diarrhea, faintness, fatigue, flushing, gut blockage, headache, heartburn, increased risk of lung cancer, increased risk of Parkinson’s disease, inflamed esophagus, injection site discomfort, nausea, red blood cell complications, skin tingling or irritation, slowing of endurance training, thickening of blood vessels close to the heart, urinary complications, and vomiting.

GRAS Affirmation: Yes

Generally recognized as safe (GRAS) is an American Food and Drug Administration (FDA) designation that a chemical or substance added to food is considered safe by experts, and so is exempted from the usual Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (FFDCA) food additive tolerance requirements. Vitamin C is considered safe by FDA.

Suggested Dosage

NA.

Special Populations Precaution

There is a lot of concern about diet and nutrition for these population, like Newborns, children, pregnant, sensitive to Vitamin C populations. Better consult to your doctor if you would like to intake Vitamin C E300.

 

 

 

Related Research

1. Pharmacological preconditioning with vitamin C attenuates intestinal injury via the induction of heme oxygenase-1 after hemorrhagic shock in rats. [PLoS One. 2014 Jun 13] Author: Zhao B, Fei J, Chen Y, Ying YL, Ma L, Song XQ, Wang L, Chen EZ, Mao EQ.

2. The molecular mechanism underlying the proliferating and preconditioning effect of vitamin C on adipose-derived stem cells. [Stem Cells Dev. 2014 Jun 15] Author: Kim JH, Kim WK, Sung YK, Kwack MH, Song SY, Choi JS, Park SG, Yi T, Lee HJ, Kim DD, Seo HM, Song SU, Sung JH.

3. Efficacy and safety of a new superficial chemical peel using alpha-hydroxy acid, vitamin C and oxygen for melasma. [J Cosmet Laser Ther. 2013 Feb] Author: Kim WS.

4. Vitamin C inhibits staphylococcus aureus growth and enhances the inhibitory effect of quercetin on growth of Escherichia coli in vitro. [Planta Med. 2012 Nov] Author: Kallio J, Jaakkola M, Mäki M, Kilpeläinen P, Virtanen V.

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Ascorbyl Palmitate Side Effects

Ascorbyl Palmitate E304 (also known as Vitamin C Ester) is a non-acidic form of Vitamin C. It is made from Ascorbic Acid (Vitamin C) and Palmitic Acid (a fatty acid). Ascorbyl Palmitate E304 is widely used in food and beverage products, including breads, crackers and cookies.Though it’s considered safe, some are convinced it has potentially dangerous health effects.

What Is Ascorbyl Palmitate E304?

Ascorbyl Palmitate E304 is an effective antioxidant: it helps fight free radicals and boost collagen synthesis. It is more stable than L-ascorbic acid (pure Vitamin C) and non-irritating. Because it is fat-soluble, it penetrates the skin readily and easily, delivering its benefits efficiently.
In addition, Asorbyl Palmitate E304 can also be used as a preservative in both beauty products and food to prevent them from going bad.

Possible Side Effects of Ascorbyl Palmitate E304

Ascorbyl Palmitate E304 is generally considered a safe ingredient. Although one study indicated that ascorbyl palmitate may be potentially carcinogenic, many other studies have shown that it is not mutagenic, inhibits tumour promotion on mouse skin and exerts cytotoxic effects on cancer cells.

GRAS Affirmation: Yes

Generally recognized as safe (GRAS) is an American Food and Drug Administration (FDA) designation that a chemical or substance added to food is considered safe by experts, and so is exempted from the usual Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (FFDCA) food additive tolerance requirements. Ascorbyl Palmitate E304 is considered safe by FDA.

Suggested Dosage

NA.

Special Populations Precaution

There is a lot of concern about diet and nutrition for these population, like Newborns, children, pregnant, sensitive to Ascorbyl Palmitate E304 populations. Better consult to your doctor if you would like to intake Ascorbyl Palmitate E304.

 

 

Related Research

1. Molecular encapsulation of ascorbyl palmitate in preformed V-type starch and amylose. [Carbohydr Polym. 2014 Oct 13] Author: Kong L, Ziegler GR.

2. Protective effects of equimolar mixtures of monomer and dimer of dehydrozingerone with α-tocopherol and/or ascorbyl palmitate during bulk lipid autoxidation. [Food Chem. 2014 Aug 15] Author: Kancheva V, Slavova-Kazakova A, Fabbri D, Dettori MA, Delogu G, Janiak M, Amarowicz R.

3. Study of the influence of ascorbyl palmitate and amiodarone in the stability of unilamellar liposomes. [Mol Membr Biol. 2014 Mar-May] Author: Benedini L, Antollini S, Fanani ML, Palma S, Messina P, Schulz P.

4. Ascorbyl palmitate/DSPE-PEG nanocarriers for oral iron delivery: preparation, characterisation and in vitro evaluation. [Colloids Surf B Biointerfaces. 2014 Mar 1] Author: Zariwala MG, Farnaud S, Merchant Z, Somavarapu S, Renshaw D.

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Titanium Dioxide Side Effects

Titanium Dioxide E171 Food Grade is a high purity white powder. This product is odorless and absorbent, and is mainly used as a colorant in the food industry. Though it’s considered safe, some are convinced it has potentially dangerous health effects.

What Is Titanium Dioxide E171?

Titanium Dioxide E171 is the naturally occurring oxide of titanium, chemical formula TiO2. When used as a pigment, it is called titanium white, Pigment White 6 (PW6), or CI 77891. Generally it is sourced from ilmenite, rutile and anatase. It has a wide range of applications, from paint to sunscreen to food colouring. Titanium dioxide E171 is an inorganic dye that is used in food, soft drinks, retorted products, animal feed, cosmetics, personal care and pharmaceutical products.

Possible Side Effects of Titanium Dioxide E171

Titanium Dioxide E171 is generally considered a safe ingredient. The side effects may:

Possible short-term side effects

  • moderate eye irritant
  • slight nose, throat and lung irritant
  • may cause slight breathing problems
  • mild skin irritability

Possible long-term side effects

  • possible pulmonary fibrosis

GRAS Affirmation: Yes

Generally recognized as safe (GRAS) is an American Food and Drug Administration (FDA) designation that a chemical or substance added to food is considered safe by experts, and so is exempted from the usual Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (FFDCA) food additive tolerance requirements. Titanium Dioxide E171 is considered safe by FDA.

Suggested Dosage

NA.

Special Populations Precaution

There is a lot of concern about diet and nutrition for these population, like Newborns, children, pregnant, sensitive to Titanium Dioxide populations. Better consult to your doctor if you would like to intake Titanium Dioxide E171.

 

 

Related Research

1. Ascorbic Acid for the safe use of a sunscreen agent: accumulation of nano zinc oxide and titanium dioxide on the skin. [Sci Pharm. 2013 Jul 14] Author: Fathi-Azarbayjani A, Tan PL, Chan YY, Chan SY.

2. Characterization and preliminary toxicity assay of nano-titanium dioxide additive in sugar-coated chewing gum. [Small. 2013 May 27] Author: Chen XX, Cheng B, Yang YX, Cao A, Liu JH, Du LJ, Liu Y, Zhao Y, Wang H.

3. The effect of irradiation wavelengths and the crystal structures of titanium dioxide on the formation of singlet oxygen for bacterial killing. [J Clin Biochem Nutr. 2012 Sep] Author: Takahashi C, Tsujimoto Y, Yamamoto Y.

4. Titanium dioxide in our everyday life; is it safe? [Radiol Oncol. 2011 Dec] Author: Skocaj M, Filipic M, Petkovic J, Novak S.

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Red yeast rice Side Effects

Red yeast rice is a bright reddish purple fermented rice, which acquires its colour from being cultivated with the mold Monascus purpureus. Red Yeast Rice is mainly used in health food. Though it’s considered safe, some are convinced it has potentially dangerous health effects.

What Is Red yeast rice?

Red Yeast Rice has a very high nutrition, health-care, medicinal value, it is a kind natural, safe and effective health food supplement and pharmaceutical raw materials. It helps to lower blood pressure and total cholesterol, and improve blood circulation. Red Yeast Rice can be used in health food, functional food supplements, and nutraceutical industries.

Possible Side Effects of Red yeast rice

Red yeast rice is generally considered a safe ingredient. The side effects may:

  • Headache.
  • Stomachache or bloating.
  • Gas.
  • Dizziness.
  • Heartburn.
  • Muscle aches and weakness. This can lead to a rare but serious condition called rhabdomyolysis. Stop taking red yeast rice immediately and call your doctor.

GRAS Affirmation: Yes

Generally recognized as safe (GRAS) is an American Food and Drug Administration (FDA) designation that a chemical or substance added to food is considered safe by experts, and so is exempted from the usual Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (FFDCA) food additive tolerance requirements. Red yeast rice is considered safe by FDA.

Suggested Dosage

Red yeast rice is available commercially, primarily as a 600 mg capsule. Most manufacturers suggest a dosage of 2 capsules twice a day by mouth for a total of 2,400 mg/day. Commercial OTC products often contain coenzyme Q 10 to supplement the low levels of this enzyme found in patients with statin myopathy. Past clinical trials have used dosages of 2,400 mg/day.

Special Populations Precaution

There is a lot of concern about diet and nutrition for these population, like Newborns, children, pregnant, sensitive to Red yeast rice populations. Better consult to your doctor if you would like to intake Potato Powder.

 

 

Related Research

1. A meta-analysis of red yeast rice: an effective and relatively safe alternative approach for dyslipidemia. [PLoS One. 2014 Jun 4] Author: Li Y, Jiang L, Jia Z, Xin W, Yang S, Yang Q, Wang L.

2. Red yeast rice and coenzyme Q10 as safe alternatives to surmount atorvastatin-induced myopathy in hyperlipidemic rats. [Can J Physiol Pharmacol. 2014 Jun] Author: Abdelbaset M, Safar MM, Mahmoud SS, Negm SA, Agha AM.

3. A systematic review of xuezhikang, an extract from red yeast rice, for coronary heart disease complicated by dyslipidemia. [Evid Based Complement Alternat Med. 2012] Author: Shang Q, Liu Z, Chen K, Xu H, Liu J.

4. Long-term effects of nutraceuticals (berberine, red yeast rice, policosanol) in elderly hypercholesterolemic patients. [Adv Ther. 2011 Dec] Author: Marazzi G, Cacciotti L, Pelliccia F, Iaia L, Volterrani M, Caminiti G, Sposato B, Massaro R, Grieco F, Rosano G.

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Caramel Color Side Effects

Caramel color is one of the oldest and most widely used food colorings, and used in foods and beverages, including batters, beer, brown bread, buns, chocolate, cookies, cough drops, spirits and liquor such as brandy, rum, and whisky, chocolate-flavored confectionery and coatings, custards, decorations, fillings and toppings, potato chips, dessert mixes, doughnuts, fish and shellfish spreads, frozen desserts, fruit preserves, glucose tablets, gravy, ice cream, pickles, sauces and dressings, soft drinks (especially colas), sweets, vinegar, and more. Caramel color is widely approved for use in food globally but application and use level restrictions vary by country. Though it’s considered safe, some are convinced it has potentially dangerous health effects.

What Is Caramel Color?

Caramel Color is a water soluble viscous electro positive liquid color. It is made by heat treatment of carbohydrates. Its color can range from pale yellow to amber to dark brown. Caramel color is one of the oldest and most widely used food colorings.  Caramel Color is classfied as an ammonia caramel, baker’s caramel, confectioner’s caramel and beer caramel. Caramel Color can be used in beer, sauces and confectionary food and beverages based applications.

Possible Side Effects of Caramel Color

Caramel color is generally considered a safe ingredient. The side effects may:

Possible short-term side effects

  • allergic reactions

Possible long-term side effects

  • cancer
  • increased blood pressure
  • decreased white blood cell count

GRAS Affirmation: Yes

Generally recognized as safe (GRAS) is an American Food and Drug Administration (FDA) designation that a chemical or substance added to food is considered safe by experts, and so is exempted from the usual Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (FFDCA) food additive tolerance requirements. Caramel Color is considered safe by FDA.

Suggested Dosage

The current acceptable daily intake (ADI) of caramel colors is 300 mg per kg body weight per day (mg/kg bw/day). The ADI is set on the basis that there are no concluded evidence that it may harm humans. The caramel E 150c has a lower limit, an ADI of 150 mg/kg bw/day. It has a lower set limit due to its 2-acetyl-4-tetrahydroxibutylimidazole (THI). Its possible side effects are uncertain.

Special Populations Precaution

There is a lot of concern about diet and nutrition for these population, like Newborns, children, pregnant, sensitive to Caramel Color populations. Better consult to your doctor if you would like to intake Caramel Color.

 

Related Research

1. Determination of 4-Methylimidazole and 2-Acetyl-4()- tetrahydroxybutylimidazole in Caramel Color and Processed Foods by LC-MS/MS [Prev Nutr Food Sci. 2013 Dec] Author: Kim TR, Kim SU, Shin Y, Kim JY, Lee SM, Kim JH.

2. Determination of 4-Methylimidazole and 2-Acetyl-4()- tetrahydroxybutylimidazole in Caramel Color and Processed Foods by LC-MS/MS. [Prev Nutr Food Sci. 2013 Dec] Author: Kim TR, Kim SU, Shin Y, Kim JY, Lee SM, Kim JH.

3. Immunotoxic effects of the color additive caramel color III: immune function studies in rats. [Fundam Appl Toxicol. 1993 Jan] Author: Houben GF, Penninks AH, Seinen W, Vos JG, Van Loveren H.

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Maltol Side Effects

Maltol E636 is a broad-spectrum flavor-enhancing agent that appears as a white crystalline powder. This product is often used in baked bread, cakes, etc. Though it’s considered safe, some are convinced it has potentially dangerous health effects.

What Is Maltol E636?

Maltol E636 is a white crystalline powder that is soluble in organic solvents such as alochol, and insoluble in water. With a sweet cotton candy and caramel odor, this aromatic finds application in foods requiring a blend of fruit flavors including strawberry and pineapple, and other flavors including candy, cake, caramel, and chocolate.

Possible Side Effects of Maltol E636

Maltol E636 is generally considered a safe ingredient. The side effects may:

  • Abdominal pain
  • Flatulence
  • Constipation
  • Abdominal discomfort
  • Diarrhoea

GRAS Affirmation: Yes

Generally recognized as safe (GRAS) is an American Food and Drug Administration (FDA) designation that a chemical or substance added to food is considered safe by experts, and so is exempted from the usual Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (FFDCA) food additive tolerance requirements. Maltol is considered safe by FDA.

Suggested Dosage

NA.

Special Populations Precaution

There is a lot of concern about diet and nutrition for these population, like Newborns, children, pregnant, sensitive to Maltol populations. Better consult to your doctor if you would like to intake Maltol.

 

Related Research

1. Antitumor pentamethylcyclopentadienyl rhodium complexes of maltol and allomaltol: synthesis, solution speciation and bioactivity. [J Inorg Biochem. 2014 May] Author: Dömötör O, Aicher S, Schmidlehner M, Novak MS, Roller A, Jakupec MA, Kandioller W, Hartinger CG, Keppler BK, Enyedy ÉA.

2. Spectroscopic properties, NLO, HOMO-LUMO and NBO of maltol. [Spectrochim Acta A Mol Biomol Spectrosc. 2014 Mar 5] Author: Krishnakumar V, Barathi D, Mathammal R, Balamani J, Jayamani N.

3. Two tetranuclear zinc clusters, [Zn4(μ3-OEt)2(μ2-MalO)4Et2] and [Zn4(μ3-GueO)2(μ2-GueO)2(μ2-MalO)2(MalO)2]·2C7H8, containing defective dicubane core geometries (MalOH is maltol and GueOH is guethol). [Acta Crystallogr C. 2012 Oct] Author: Petrus R, Sobota P.

4. Synthesis, characterization and biological properties of cobalt(II) complexes of 1,10-phenanthroline and maltol. [J Inorg Biochem. 2011 Mar] Author: Chin LF, Kong SM, Seng HL, Khoo KS, Vikneswaran R, Teoh SG, Ahmad M, Khoo SB, Maah MJ, Ng CH.

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Ethyl Maltol Side Effects

Ethyl Maltol E637 is 4-6 times strong than maltol. With its sweet, caramel, cotton candy odor, it is used in food blending of edible strawberry, caramel, jam, cotton candy. Though it’s considered safe, some are convinced it has potentially dangerous health effects.

What Is Ethyl Maltol E637?

Ethyl Maltol E637 is an ideal food additive. It can be used as a good flavoring agent in tobacco, food, beverages, essence, wine, cosmetics. It enhances the flavor of food and increases the sweetness effects of food. It is also used in bakery products, chocolates, chewing gums, cocoa products, coffee, tea and herbal infusions. Side effects at high doses include hepato-renal dysfunction and acute hemolysis. It acts as an antioxidant too and is thus anti-aging, anti-cancerous and is good for a healthy heart.

Possible Side Effects of Ethyl Maltol E637

Ethyl Maltol E637 is generally considered a safe ingredient. The side effects may:

  • Diarrhea
  • nausea
  • stomach upset

GRAS Affirmation: Yes

Generally recognized as safe (GRAS) is an American Food and Drug Administration (FDA) designation that a chemical or substance added to food is considered safe by experts, and so is exempted from the usual Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (FFDCA) food additive tolerance requirements. Ethyl Maltol E637 is considered safe by FDA.

Suggested Dosage

NA.

Special Populations Precaution

There is a lot of concern about diet and nutrition for these population, like Newborns, children, pregnant, sensitive to Ethyl Maltol E637 populations. Better consult to your doctor if you would like to intake Ethyl Maltol E637.

 

 

 

Related Research

1. The investigation of the binding behavior between ethyl maltol and human serum albumin by multi-spectroscopic methods and molecular docking. [Spectrochim Acta A Mol Biomol Spectrosc. 2012 Oct] Author: Yue Y, Liu J, Yao M, Yao X, Fan J, Ji H.

2. Sensitization of Escherichia coli to nisin by maltol and ethyl maltol. [Lett Appl Microbiol. 1996 Mar] Author: Schved F, Pierson MD, Juven BJ.

3. Characteristics of iron(III) uptake by isolated fragments of rat small intestine in the presence of the hydroxypyrones, maltol and ethyl maltol. [Biochem Pharmacol. 1988 May 15] Author: Levey JA, Barrand MA, Callingham BA, Hider RC.

4. Effects of the pyrones, maltol and ethyl maltol, on iron absorption from the rat small intestine. [J Pharm Pharmacol. 1987 Mar] Author: Barrand MA, Callingham BA, Hider RC.

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Disodium 5′-Ribonucleotides Side Effects

Disodium 5′-ribonucleotides, E number E635, is a flavor enhancer which is synergistic with glutamates in creating the taste of umami. It is a mixture of disodium inosinate (IMP) and disodium guanylate (GMP) and is often used where a food already contains natural glutamates (as in meat extract) or added monosodium glutamate (MSG). Though Disodium 5′-ribonucleotides E635 is considered safe, some are convinced it has potentially dangerous health effects.

What Is Disodium 5′-Ribonucleotides E635?

Disodium 5′-Ribonucleotides(I+G) is a flavor enhancer which is synergistic with glutamates in creating the taste of umami. It is a mixture of disodium Inosinate (IMP) and disodium guanylate (GMP) and is often used where a food already contains natural glutamates (as in meat extract) or added Monosodium Glutamate (MSG). It is primarily used in flavored noodles, snack foods, chips, crackers, sauces and fast foods.

Possible Side Effects of Disodium 5′-Ribonucleotides E635

Disodium 5′-Ribonucleotides is generally considered a safe ingredient.

GRAS Affirmation: Yes

Generally recognized as safe (GRAS) is an American Food and Drug Administration (FDA) designation that a chemical or substance added to food is considered safe by experts, and so is exempted from the usual Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (FFDCA) food additive tolerance requirements. Disodium 5′-Ribonucleotides E635 is considered safe by FDA.

Suggested Dosage

NA.

Special Populations Precaution

There is a lot of concern about diet and nutrition for these population, like Newborns, children, pregnant, sensitive to Disodium 5′-Ribonucleotides populations. Better consult to your doctor if you would like to intake Disodium 5′-Ribonucleotides.

 

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Peppermint Oil Side Effects

Peppermint Oil is a clear, transparent liquid used as a flavoring agent, and to provide a sweet, peppermint smell to food or beverages. Though it’s considered safe, some are convinced it has potentially dangerous health effects.

What Is Peppermint Oil?

Peppermint Oil is a natural oil obtained by the steam distillation of fresh overground parts of Mentha piperita L. It is a colorless to pale yellow, free-flowing liquid with a spicy, cool, menthol taste, often used as a flavoring in tea, ice cream, confectionery, chewing gum, and toothpaste.

Possible Side Effects of Peppermint Oil

Peppermint Oil is generally considered a safe ingredient. Peppermint oil may cause allergic reactions characterized by skin reaction, flushing, and headache, and worsen the symptoms of hiatal hernias, heartburn, and stomach ulcers.

GRAS Affirmation: Yes

Generally recognized as safe (GRAS) is an American Food and Drug Administration (FDA) designation that a chemical or substance added to food is considered safe by experts, and so is exempted from the usual Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (FFDCA) food additive tolerance requirements. Peppermint Oil is considered safe by FDA.

Suggested Dosage

NA.

Special Populations Precaution

There is a lot of concern about diet and nutrition for these population, like Newborns, children, pregnant, sensitive to Peppermint Oil populations. Better consult to your doctor if you would like to intake Peppermint Oil.

 

 

Related Research

1. Peppermint oil for the treatment of irritable bowel syndrome: a systematic review and meta-analysis. [J Clin Gastroenterol. 2014 Jul] Author: Khanna R, MacDonald JK, Levesque BG.

2. [1.6% peppermint oil solution as intestinal spasmolytic in retrograde endoscopic cholangiopancreatography]. [Farm Hosp. 2012 Jul-Aug] Author: Solà-Bonada N, de Andrés-Lázaro AM, Roca-Massa M, Bordas-Alsina JM, Codina-Jané C, Ribas-Sala J.

3. Spasmolytic effect of peppermint oil in barium during double-contrast barium enema compared with Buscopan. [Clin Radiol. 2003 Apr] Author: Asao T, Kuwano H, Ide M, Hirayama I, Nakamura JI, Fujita KI, Horiuti R.

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Menthol Crystals Side Effects

Menthol Crystals is commonly used in both flavour and fragrance applications because of its unique cooling characteristics. Though it’s considered safe, some are convinced it has potentially dangerous health effects.

What Is Menthol Crystals?

Menthol Crystal is a food additive in the form of colorless needle or prism-like crystals, with an Asian peppermint scent, and an immediate hot taste that cools. It provides a minty flavor in chewing gum, candy, and other foods and sometimes is added to alcohol.

Possible Side Effects of Menthol Crystals

Menthol Crystal is generally considered a safe ingredient. The side effects may:

  • Contact dermatitis
  • Spasms of the glottis
  • Collapse
  • Urticaria
  • Flushing
  • Headache

GRAS Affirmation: Yes

Generally recognized as safe (GRAS) is an American Food and Drug Administration (FDA) designation that a chemical or substance added to food is considered safe by experts, and so is exempted from the usual Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (FFDCA) food additive tolerance requirements. Menthol Crystals is considered safe by FDA.

Suggested Dosage

NA.

Special Populations Precaution

There is a lot of concern about diet and nutrition for these population, like Newborns, children, pregnant, sensitive to Menthol Crystals populations. Better consult to your doctor if you would like to intake Menthol Crystals.

 

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