13 Questions
What is the primary purpose of using food additives according to the text?
To improve keeping quality and enhance nutritional value
Which category of food additives is usually added to replace vitamins and minerals lost in processing?
Intentional/Direct food additives
What is the function of enrichment additives in food according to the text?
To maintain and improve nutritional quality
What is the purpose of using food additives to provide specific health benefits?
For example, plant sterols for blood cholesterol reduction
Why are usages of food additives discouraged according to the text?
Economical, good manufacturing practices can obtain similar effects
What is the purpose of unintentional/indirect food additives according to the text?
To preserve or improve quality and freshness
What is the primary purpose of preservatives in food products?
To extend the shelf life of food products
What are antioxidants primarily used for in food?
To protect lipids in food from attack by oxygen
What is the primary function of sweeteners in food products?
To replace sugars to provide a sweet taste to the product
What is the main purpose of colorants in food products?
To improve the appearance of a foodstuff
What is the primary function of emulsifying agents in food products?
To enable and maintain a fine partition between oils or fats in water
What is the primary function of thickening and gel-forming agents in food products?
What are acidulants primarily used for in food products?
Participate in buffering system
Test your knowledge on the functions and regulations of food additives with this quiz. Learn about the acceptable functions, regulatory constraints, and prohibited usages of food additives in the food industry.
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