Pectin is a well-known fibre found in fruits and vegetables. It occurs in the cell walls of the vegetables and fruits to give them structure. Upon integration with acid and sugar, jellies and jams form a semisolid consistency when it is cooled. Some fruits contain high pectin levels, such as quince and apples, seeds, rinds,...Continue Reading
Sodium benzoate is the sodium salt of benzoic acid, and it is also commonly called Benzoate of Soda. It is not naturally occurring but is found as benzoic acid in various plants like tomatoes, cloves and cranberries. Other sources include seafood, basically prawns and dairy products. Sodium Benzoate is extensively used as a preservative in...Continue Reading
Potassium citrate is an alkaline agent recommended to prevent nephrolithiasis. It works by making the urine less acidic and more alkaline. It helps decrease the uric acid in the body by actually increasing the citrate and potassium levels and raising the pH level of urine. (1) The Onset of Renal Tubular Acidosis: Renal Tubular Acidosis...Continue Reading
Mannitol is a low-calorie type of sugar alcohol used as a sweetener and medicine. It is a natural sweetener and a component of sugar-free gums. (2) Mannitol is absorbed in meagre quantities by the intestine. An effective diuretic, Mannitol increases urine production to remove the excess water and toxins from the body. (4)It also aids...Continue Reading
Bees belong to the family of Apoidea, related to the wasps amongst the insects. (3) They play a crucial role in the pollination and production of honey. Bees assumed responsibility not only for their survival but also for the survival of other plant and animal species due to pollination. There are 16,000 known species of...Continue Reading
Iron Oxide is an essential biological agent that plays a vital role in medical processes and is used in iron supplements. For many years, Iron Sulfate has been used as the primary iron salt for medicinal purposes, especially for the treatment or prevention of iron deficiency anaemia. However, owing to the strong side effects of...Continue Reading
Origins: – Sorbitol is referred to as a sugar alcohol (polyol), a carbohydrate type. It occurs naturally and can be derived from a variety of fruits and berries. The discovery of Sorbitol can be traced to mountain ash berries in 1872. It was isolated successfully and named by Joseph Boussingault. It is widely produced commercially and...Continue Reading
Peppermint oil comes from the peppermint plant and is a natural hybrid of water mint ‘Mentha aquatica’ and spearment ‘Mentha spicata’. It was believed to have been cultivated in England in the late seventeenth century. The use of dried peppermint leaves dates back to ancient Egypt as early as 1550 BC (1) and has also...Continue Reading
Gelatin is a product made entirely of protein and small amounts of vitamins and minerals. Gelatin or its components are often taken by people as a supplement. Gelatin enhances the flavor, texture, and nutritional value of foods and is a common ingredient in soups, sauces, broths, candies, ice cream, gummies, and even cosmetics and medicines....Continue Reading
