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Alternate Names
Washing Soda, Soda Ash
Description
A small, odorless crystal or powder that occurs naturally. It absorbs water from the air. Individuals that make homemade laundry detergent, use this as an ingredient.
Washing Soda, Soda Ash
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Flavoring, Antioxidant, Buffer, Anti-Caking Agent, Leavening Agent, Stabilizer
E500
Additional Information
Found In
Candy, flour products, ice cream mix, soup, jam, chocolate, malted milk powder, butter, cream, fluid millk, ice cream, cocoa products, canned peas, used in the processing of olives before canning.
Possible Health Effects
In large quantities, may produce corrosion of the gastrointestinal tract, vomiting, diarrhea, circulatory collapse, and death.
Allergy Information
Contains Sodium (those on sodium restricted diets should limit)
Online Resources/Related
Print Resources
. Three Rivers Press, 2009
. Running Press, 2008
. Conari Press, 2009
Copyright December 15, 2012 Be Food Smart, Updated 2/4/13
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