E322: Lecithins
Food additive · Emulsifier, Antioxidant
What it does
- Emulsifier: Keeps oil and water mixed.
- Antioxidant: Slows oxidation, such as fats going rancid.
Good to know
Usually from soy or sunflower, sometimes egg. Soy and egg sources must be declared as allergens.
Other names on labels
Soy Lecithin, Glycine Max, Lecithin, Soy, Soy Protein Isolate, Soya, Soya Lecithin, Soybean, Soybean Oil
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