Food additives 0.0 / 5 ? Design & TechnologyA2/A-levelAQA Created by: ShelbyCreated on: 29-05-13 11:56 Preservatives Extend the shelf life of a product (Benzoic acid in soft drinks) 1 of 10 Sweeteners Improves the sweetness of a product (Aspartane and fructose ) 2 of 10 Emulsifiers Makes a stable product of oil and water (Egg yolk) 3 of 10 Stabilisers Can absorb large quantities of water and is a thickening agent (Pectin in jam) 4 of 10 Antioxidants Stops fats from going rancid by stopping chemical reactions from taking place (Ascorbic acid) 5 of 10 Flavouring Improves the flavour of a product by adding a different flavour (Herbs & spices) 6 of 10 Flavour enhancers Brings out the original flavour or disguises another flavour (Monosodiumglutenate in soy sauce) 7 of 10 Anti-caking agent Stops products like salt, sugar and flour from sticking together by absorbing moisture 8 of 10 Anti-foaming agent To stop a product from foaming, for example fried foods 9 of 10 Nutritional supplementation/ fortification To enhance/ supplement nutrients that may have been lost in processing (Vitamin A & D added to margarine) 10 of 10
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