While natural and botanical methods of preservation have been in use for centuries, the modern food processing system has relied heavily on synthetic food preservatives, such as nitrates, benzoates, sulfites, sorbates, and others.
Optimized blends of enzymes and ascorbic acid can replace chemical dough conditioners to deliver high-quality bread products with a simplified ingredient statement.
February 17, 2014
While there is no actual definition for “clean label,” clean label products generally give consumers an easy-to-understand ingredient statement that does not bring questions on what is included in a food.
With functions across a range of products, citric and lactic acids can be found in meals, confectionery and snacks, assisting in microbial control or serving as an antioxidant. In addition, citric acid can benefit confectionery products, preventing browning and inversion of sucrose.