Food Additives (1)

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Definition of food additives

Natural or synthetic ingredients added to food to prevent damage or to improve the appearance, taste or texture

The effect of the emergence of processed foods in the food industry

More food additives have been introduced whether from natural or synthetic sources

Types of food additives (1)

Preservatives

Example of stabilizer

Pectin

The function of Preservatives

Prevent or delay the growth of bacteria or fungi to make the food last longer

The example of preservatives (1)

Common salt in dried fish

Bad effects of food additives when taken excessively

Allergies, cancer, nerve disorder, asthma, rashes and hyperactivity in children

The function of preservatives

Prevent or delay the growth of bacteria or fungi to make the food last longer

The purpose of ingredients such as dyes, flavors and preservatives are added to food

For the purpose of making the food look more attractive, tasty and even last longer

The purpose of enforces the Food Act 1983 and the Food Regulations 1985 (1)

Ensuring that the food sold to the public is safe to eat

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