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4 articles with this tag.

  • Annatto: The Natural Orange Color in Cheese and Butter

    Annatto colors cheddar cheese, butter, and dairy products orange-yellow using natural carotenoids from Bixa orellana seeds. Learn how it works and the allergy facts.

    Beginner
  • How Calcium Absorption Works: Dairy, Vitamin D, and the Bone Density Evidence

    Calcium absorption varies widely by food source. Dairy absorbs at ~30%, broccoli at ~50%, spinach at ~5%. Here's the science behind why.

    Intermediate
  • Locust Bean Gum: The Seed Gum Stabilizing Your Ice Cream

    Locust bean gum comes from carob seeds and prevents ice crystal growth in ice cream. Learn how it works, where it's found, and why its safety record is clean.

    Intermediate
  • Potassium Sorbate: The Mold Inhibitor in Your Cheese and Salad Dressing

    Potassium sorbate inhibits mold and yeast in cheese, dressings, and wine. Learn how it works, where it's found, and what the safety research shows.

    Beginner
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