Humectants Added to Food
Names of Humectants Added to Food:
Common names of humectants found on product labels include: glycerin and sorbitol.
What Do Humectants Added to Food Do?
Humectants added to food retain moisture.
In What Foods Are Humectants Added?
Humectants are added to foods like shredded coconut, marshmallows, soft candies, and confections.
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