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Acacia Gum, also known as gum acacia or gum arabic, is a purified vegetable gum obtained from the acacia tree.
Acai is a small, round, dark fruit that comes from the acai palm tree. Acai Pulp is the solids of Acai.
Acai Extract is a concentrated form of acai juice or fruit.
Acai Juice is the liquid contained in acai. Clarified Acai Juice is Acai Juice that has been filtered to remove the pulp and improve consistency.
Acai Puree is crushed Acai.
Acerola is a tropical fruit-bearing shrub or small tree.
Acerola Juice is the liquid contained in the fruit of the acerola plant. Acerola Juice Concentrate, also called Acerola Juice Powder or Acerola Juice Extract, is the concentrated (liquid removed) form of Acerola Juice.
Acerola Puree is crushed Acerola fruit.
Acesulfame Potassium, which is sometimes referred to as Ace-K, is a non-nutritive sweetener that is approximately 200 times sweeter than table sugar (sucrose). For more information about this and other sweeteners, please visit the Sweeteners page in the What's Inside section.
Acetic Acid is an organic acid and the principal component in vinegar.
Agave nectar (sometimes called syrup) comes from a cactus like plant found in Mexico.
Alfalfa is a perennial flowering plant in the legume family Fabaceae. Alfalfa is used for grazing, hay, and silage, as well as green manure and cover crop.
Almond Oil is extracted from almonds.
Almonds are the edible seeds of the Almond tree. Almond Butter is a food paste or spread made from ground dry roasted almonds. Roasted Almonds have been heated to enhance their flavor and aroma. Compared to raw nuts, they have slightly more fat and calories per gram, but the difference is minimal.
Aloe Extract is the concentrated form of Aloe Vera.
Aloe Vera is taken from the Aloe Vera plant leaves.
Alpha-Tocopheryl Acetate is a form of Vitamin E Acetate which is a fat-soluble vitamin that exists in 8 different forms. Each form has different potencies or functional uses in the body.
Amaranth, also known as "kiwicha," is a tiny, ancient grain-like seed, dense in nutrients and high in protein. To make Puffed Amaranth, tiny seeds of amaranth are heated until they "puff," increasing their volume and creating a light, crunchy, popped version with a toasty, nutty flavor.
Ammonium Bicarbonate is the bicarbonate salt of ammonium.
Annatto Extract is a botanical derivative extracted from the annatto plant.
Apple Cider Vinegar is vinegar made from fermented apple juice.
Apple Juice is the liquid contained in apples. Apple Juice Concentrate is the concentrated form of juice from apples. Apple Juice from Concentrate is Apple Juice Concentrate that has been reconstituted (water added back).
Apple Puree is crushed Apples. Apple Puree Concentrate, also called Dried Apple Puree, is the concentrated (liquid removed) form of Apple Puree.
Apples are the edible fruit of the apple tree, species Malus domestica in the rose family (Rosaceae). One of the most widely cultivated tree fruits. Apples grow on small, deciduous trees. There are over 7500 different species of apples. Dried Apples are dehydrated (liquid removed) apples. Apple Powder is made from Dried Apples that have been ground into a powder. Brewed Apple is made by steeping dried apples in hot water.
Applewood Flavor is a smokey wood flavor that tastes like Applewood, the apple-bearing tree Malus pumila.
Apricot Puree is crushed Apricot. Apricot Puree Concentrate is the concentrated (liquids removed) form of Apricot Puree.
Aronia Juice is the liquid contained in Aronia berries, which are a red-violet wild fruit. Aronia Juice has a strong, stable color and a dry and sour flavor. Aronia Juice Concentrate is the concentrated (liquid removed) form of Aronia Juice.
Artificial colors are ingredients added to our products to offset natural color loss from exposure to light, air, temperature extremes, and/or storage conditions; to correct natural variations in the color of our ingredients; to indicate flavor or simply for the fun that color can provide.
Artificial Flavors are ingredients used for flavoring that are not derived from a natural substance such as a fruit or fruit juice, spice, vegetable or herb.
Ascorbic Acid is another name for Vitamin C.
Aspartame is a non-nutritive sweetener made up of two amino acids: aspartic acid and phenylalanine. It is a high intensity sweetener, 200 times sweeter than sugar. For more information about this and other sweeteners, please visit the Sweeteners page in the What's Inside section.
Astragalus Extract is a concentrated form of astragalus.
Autolyzed Yeast Extract is a concentrated material made from yeast. Contains Glutamate but does NOT contain MSG (mono sodium glutamate).
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Bacillus Coagulans GBI-30 6086 is a type of bacteria. It is used similarly to lactobacillus and other probiotics as a beneficial bacteria.
Baking Soda is the bicarbonate salt of sodium, a mineral that can be derived from nahcolite.
Banana Puree is crushed bananas. Banana Puree Concentrate is the concentrated (liquid removed) form of Banana Puree. Banana Puree from Concentrate is Banana Puree Concentrate that has been reconstituted (water added back).
Bananas are the edible fruits of the flowering plants of the genus Musa. Dried Bananas, also called Banana Flakes, are dehydrated (liquid removed) bananas. Banana Powder is made from Dried Bananas that have been ground into a powder.
Barley, or Barley Grass, is a European annual grass. Pearled Barley is barley that has been processed to remove its hull and bran.
Barley Malt is a germinated cereal grain. It contains gluten. Malted Barley Flour is ground Barley Malt.
Basil is a culinary herb of the family Lamiacea.
Basil Extract is a concentrated form of basil.
Bay Leaf is the aromatic leaves of several plants, including the Bay laurel (Laurus nobilis, Lauraceae)
Beet Juice is the liquid contained in the beetroot plant. Beet Juice Concentrate is the concentrated (liquid removed) form of Beet Juice.
Beetroot, also known as the table beet, garden beet, red or golden beet, or informally simply as the beet, refers to any of the cultivated varieties of beet grown for their edible taproots, especially B. vulgaris L. subsp. Conditiva. Although typically a beautiful reddish-purple hue, beets also come in varieties that feature white, golden/yellow or even rainbow color roots. Beet Powder is made from beets that have been dried and ground into a powder.
Bell Pepper, also known as sweet pepper or a capsicum, is a cultivar group of the species Capsicum annuum. Cultivars of the plant produce fruits in different colors, including red, yellow, orange, green, chocolate, white, and purple. Dried Bell Pepper is Bell Pepper that has had the liquid removed (dehydrated).
Benzoic Acid is added to our products in the form of potassium benzoate or sodium benzoate. The U.S. FDA has approved both potassium benzoate and sodium benzoate for use in foods and beverages.
Beta-Carotene is a substance found in many fruits and vegetables such as carrots and tomatoes. Once consumed, the body can convert beta-carotene into Vitamin A.
Bifidobacterium belong to a group of bacteria called lactic acid bacteria.
Biotin is a water soluble B vitamin that assists in the process of the body metabolizing the carbohydrates and proteins from the food we eat.
Black Carrot Juice is the liquid contained in black carrots. Black carrots contain anthocyanins which give them a deep purple color. Black Carrot Juice Concentrate is the concentrated (liquid removed) form of Black Carrot Juice. Black Carrot Juice from Concentrate is Black Carrot Juice Concentrate that has been reconstituted (water added back).
Black Currants are the edible berries of a shrub.
Black Currant Extract is a concentrated form of Black Currants.
Black Currant Juice is the liquid contained in black currants. Black currants are the edible berries of a shrub. Black Currant Juice Concentrate is the concentrated (liquid removed) form of Black Currant Juice.
Black Pepper is a flowering vine in the family Piperaceae, cultivated for its fruit, which is usually dried and used as a spice.
Black Pepper Extract is a concentrated form of black pepper.
Black Tea comes from the camellia sinenis plant. It differs from other types due to the process of drying and ageing, that results on a richer flavor than other teas. Brewed Black Tea is made by steeping Black Tea in hot water. Instant Black Tea, also called Black Tea Powder, is Brewed Black Tea that has been dehydrated and granulated or powdered so that it dissolves quickly in water.
Blackberries are the edible fruit of many plant species in the Rubus genus in the Rosaceae family. The usually black fruit is not a true berry. Botanically it is termed an aggregate fruit, composed of small drupelets. Brewed Blackberry is made by steeping dried Blackberries in hot water.
Blackberry Juice is the liquid contained in blackberries. Blackberry Juice Concentrate is the concentrated (liquid removed) form of Blackberry Juice.
Blackberry Puree is crushed blackberries.
Blood Orange Juice is juice from the blood orange, a variety of orange with crimson, almost blood-colored flesh. Blood Orange Juice Concentrate is concentrated (liquid removed) form of Blood Orange Juice.
Blue 1 is a colorant for foods and other substances. It is also known as Brilliant Blue and FD&C Blue 1.
Blue 2 is a color additive that is insoluble in water.
Blue Cheese is a sharp and tangy cheese which has had cultures of the mold Penicillium added so that the final product is spotted or veined throughout
Blueberries are the edible indigo-colored berries from the Vaccinium corymbosum shrub. Dried Blueberries are Blueberries that have had the liquid removed (dehydrated).
Blueberry Flavor is a flavor that tastes like blueberries.
Blueberry Juice is the liquid contained in blueberries. Clarified Blueberry Juice is Blueberry Juice that has been filtered to remove the pulp and improve consistency. Blueberry Juice Concentrate is the concentrated (liquid removed) form of Blueberry Juice. Blueberry Juice from Concentrate is Blueberry Juice Concentrate that has been reconstituted (water added back).
Blueberry Puree is crushed blueberries, the edible indigo-colored berries from the Vaccinium corymbosum shrub. Blueberry Puree Concentrate is the concentrated (liquid removed) form of Blueberry Puree.
Broccoli is an edible green plant in the cabbage family, whose large flower head is used as a vegetable. The word broccoli, from the Italian plural of broccolo, refers to "the flowering top of a cabbage". Dried Broccoli is broccoli that has had the liquid removed (dehydrated).
Brominated Vegetable Oil (BVO) is used in some beverages to help keep flavoring oils well-blended. Since oils do not mix well with water, BVO helps dissolve and keep the flavor oils evenly distributed throughout the beverages. BVO is usually derived from corn or soybean oil.
Brown Rice Syrup is a sweetener made by cooking brown rice with enzymes to turn the starch into sugar. It is about half as sweet as sugar or honey.
Brown Sugar is produced by adding molasses to refined white sugar (sucrose). Light brown sugar contains 3.5% molasses and dark brown sugar has 6.5% molasses based on total volume. Although dark brown sugar may have slightly more flavor, the two can be used interchangeably in baking.
Brussel Sprout Powder is made from mature, fresh, premium Brussels sprouts that are washed, trimmed, cored, cut, blanched and dehydrated. Product is then ground, sifted, sorted and graded.
Buckwheat Flour is made from the edible seeds of buckwheat plant ground into a flour. Dark colored and slightly sweet.
Bulgur Wheat is precooked whole wheat kernels (white or red, hard or soft) that have been hulled, steamed, dried and then cracked.
Butter is a dairy product containing up to 80% milkfat.
Butter Oil is a dairy product created by removing the moisture and the nonfat milk solids contained in butter.
Buttermilk is a fermented dairy product. It is produced from cow’s milk and has a characteristically sour taste (acidity due to active cultures). Buttermilk Powder, also called Buttermilk Solids or Dried Buttermilk, is Buttermilk that has had the liquid removed (dehydrated).
Butylated Hydroxytoluene a synthetic white crystalline powder.
B-Vitamins are essential for good health and have been shown to be important for helping the body process protein, carbohydrates and fats. B-Vitamins are important for the metabolism and proper functioning of the immune and nervous systems. There are many vitamins that make up the B-Vitamin complex including: Thiamine (Vitamin B1), Riboflavin (Vitamin B2), Niacin (Vitamin B3), Pantothenic acid or pantothenate (Vitamin B5), Pyridoxine hydrochloride (Vitamin B6), Biotin (Vitamin B7), Folic Acid or Folate (Vitamin B9), and Cyanocobalamin (Vitamin B12).
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Caffeine occurs in more than 60 plants such as coffee beans, tea leaves, kola nuts, guarana and cacao beans, and is found in many common foods and beverages made from these plants such as coffee, tea and chocolate. It can also be added to beverages in a synthetic form.
Calcium Carbonate is a mineral salt compound of calcium and carbonic acid.
Calcium Caseinate (Milk) is a protein produced from the casein in skim or 1% milk.
Calcium Chloride is a form of calcium that is a salt.
Calcium Citrate is a form of calcium that is the salt of citric acid.
Calcium Disodium EDTA is an abbreviation for calcium disodium ethylene diamine tetra acetic acid. It is used in foods and beverages as a preservative and to protect freshness and taste.
Calcium Hydroxide is a compound made by adding water to limestone (not lime juice). It is also called “slaked lime.”
Calcium Lactate is a salt made by combining calcium carbonate and lactic acid.
Calcium Pantothenate (Vitamin B5) is one of the B-Vitamins. It is essential in the breakdown of fats and protein and is found in milk, leafy vegetables, fresh meat and egg yolks.
Calcium Phosphate is a form of calcium that is the salt of phosphoric acid.
Calcium Silicate is a white free-flowing powder made from calcium oxide and silica.
Calcium Sulfate is a compound derived from the mineral gypsum.
Cane Sugar is sugar derived from Sugar Cane plants.
Canola Oil is a bland-flavored oil extracted from the canola plant (also known as rapeseeds.)
Canola Protein is protein derived from Canola. Hydrolyzed Canola Protein is Canola Protein that has been broken down into its component amino acids.
Canola Protein Isolate is an alternative to other proteins for human food use due to a balanced amino acid profile and potential functional properties.
Caramel Color is made by a process involving the heating of corn or cane sugar and other carbohydrates to achieve the desired color. Caramel coloring in beverages has been evaluated for safety by agencies like the Joint Expert Committee on Food Additives of the World Health Organization and the U.S. Food and Drug Administration.
Carbonated Water, also known as soda water, sparkling water or seltzer water, is water containing carbon dioxide which makes it effervescent or bubbly.
Cardamom Extract is a concentrated form of cardamom.
Carmine (Color) is a crimson-red color used in beverages and foods.
Carnauba Wax is derived from leaves of Brazilian wax palm tree (Copernicia Cerifera).
The Carob Bean is a member of the pea family largely cultivated in the Mediterranean region. It imparts a cocoa-like flavor and color. Carob Powder is made from Carob Beans that have been dried and ground into a powder.
Carrageenan is derived from plant extracts (algae or seaweed).
The Carrot is a root vegetable, usually orange in color, though purple, red, white, and yellow varieties exist. Dried Carrots are Carrots that have had the liquid removed (dehydrated).
Carrot Juice is the liquid contained in carrots. Carrot Juice Concentrate is the concentrated (liquid removed) form of Carrot Juice. Carrot Juice from Concentrate is Carrot Juice Concentrate that has been reconstituted (water added back).
Carrot Puree is crushed Carrots.
Cashews are a type of tree nut with a sweet, buttery flavor. Cashew Butter is a food paste or spread made from ground dry roasted cashews.
Cassava Flour is made from dried and ground cassava root (often referred to as yuca or manioc).
Cayenne Extract is a concentrated form of cayenne pepper.
Cayenne Peppers are the fruit of the Capsicum annuum plant. The fruits are generally dried and ground, or pulped and baked into cakes, which are then ground and sifted to make the powdered spice.
Celery is a plant variety in the family Apiaceae, commonly used as a vegetable.
Celery Juice is the liquid contained in the celery plant, a variety in the family Apiaceae, commonly used as a vegetable.
Celery Puree is crushed Celery.
Cellulose is the structural component of the primary cell wall of green plants.
Chamomile Extract is a concentrated (liquid removed) material made from the chamomile plant. The chamomile plant is a member of the daisy family, is native to Europe and Western Asia, and has been used for many years as a herb and to make common beverages.
Chamomile Tea comes from the chamomile plant, a member of the daisy family and has been used for many years as a herb and to make common beverages. Brewed Chamomile Tea is made by steeping Chamomile in hot water.
Cheddar Cheese is a hard cheese made from cow's milk. Enzyme Modified Cheddar Cheese is Cheddar Cheese which has been treated with enzymes to produce a concentrated flavor.
Cheese Cultures are bacteria used to coagulate milk protein to form cheese.
Cherries are the edible fruit from the tree Prunus family. They are a stone fruit. Dried Cherries are cherries that have had the liquid removed (dehydrated).
Cherry Juice is the liquid contained in cherries. Cherry Juice Concentrate is the concentrated (liquid removed) form of Cherry Juice. Cherry Juice from Concentrate is Cherry Juice Concentrate that has been reconstituted (water added back).
Cherry Puree is crushed Cherries.
Chia Seeds are seeds from the Salvia hispanica plant, a species of flowering plant in the mint family.
Chicken is a type of domesticated fowl.
Chicken Broth is a savory liquid made of water in which chicken bones and meat have been simmered to create flavor.
Chicken Fat is fat separated from chicken meat.
Chicken Powder is dehydrated chicken stock.
Chickpeas, part of the legume family, are one of the earliest cultivated vegetables.
Chickpea Flour is flour made from ground, dried, chickpeas.
Chickpea Puree is made of crushed chickpeas.
Chicory Root is a somewhat woody, perennial herbaceous plant of the dandelion family Asteraceae, usually with bright blue flowers, rarely white or pink.
Chili Peppers are the fruit from a plant from the genus Capsicum, members of the nightshade family, Solanaceae.
Chives is the common name of Allium schoenoprasum. Its close relatives include the garlic, shallot, leek, scallion, and Chinese onion.
Chocolate Cake Crumb is small pieces of chocolate cake.
Chocolate Chips are small chunks of sweetened chocolate.
Chocolate Cookie Pieces are small pieces of chocolate cookies.
Chocolate Flavor is a flavor that tastes like chocolate.
Chocolate Liquor is the dark brown paste that remains when the cocoa butter is removed from ground cacao beans. It is the base material for all chocolate products. Liquor is the technical term for paste-like substance obtained from grinding cocoa beans and does not contain alcohol. It is solid at room temperature if properly tempered.
Chokeberry Juice is the liquid contained in chokeberries, a member of the rose family of plants (Rosaceae), which, in addition to roses, contains a long list of fruits including apples, apricots, cherries, pears, peaches, plums, raspberries, and strawberries. Chokeberry Juice Concentrate is the concentrated (liquid removed) form of Chokeberry Juice. Chokeberry Juice from Concentrate is Chokeberry Juice Concentrate that has been reconstituted (water added back).
Chromium is a trace mineral. Food sources include meat, eggs, cheese and whole grain products
Chromium Picolinate is a combination of the essential trace mineral chromium and picolinic acid. It is found in breast milk and is easily absorbed and used by the body.
Cilantro is an annual herb in the family Apiaceae, also known as coriander
Cinnamon is a spice obtained from the inner bark of several trees from the genus Cinnamomum.
Citric Acid is an organic acid that can be found in citrus fruits such as lemons and oranges and can be produced from different plant sources, including corn.
Citrus Pectin is a soluble fiber that comes from citrus rinds.
Clementine Juice is the liquid contained in clementines. Clarified Clementine Juice is Clementine Juice that has been filtered to remove the pulp and improve consistency. Clementine Juice Concentrate is the concentrated (liquid removed) form of Clementine Juice.
Cochineal (Color) is a crimson-red color used in beverages and foods.
Cocoa comes from the seeds of the cacao tree and is the base for making chocolate. There are two types of unsweetened cocoa, unalkalized and alkalized cocoa. Unalkalized cocoa is milder in flavor and lighter in color while alkalized is richer in flavor and darker in color. Alkalized cocoa is treated to neutralize its naturally occurring acids and to deliver a darker color. Cocoa Powder is made from Cocoa that has been dried and ground into a powder. Dutch Process Cocoa Powder is Cocoa Powder that has been treated with an alkalizing agent to modify its color and give it a milder taste compared to natural cocoa.
Cocoa Butter is a pale-yellow, edible vegetable fat extracted from the cocoa bean. Enzyme Modified Cocoa Butter is Cocoa Butter which has been treated with enzymes to produce a concentrated flavor.
Cocoa Extract is a concentrated form of cocoa.
The coconut tree is a member of the family Arecaceae and the only species of the genus Cocos. The term coconut can refer to the whole coconut palm or the seed, or the fruit, which, botanically, is a drupe, not a nut. Coconut Paste is made from fresh coconut meat that is blended at high speeds to create a smooth and creamy consistency. Dried Coconut is coconut that has had the liquid removed (dehydrated).
Coconut Flavor is a flavor that tastes like coconut.
Coconut Milk is the liquid that comes from the grated meat of a coconut. Coconut Milk Extract is the concentrated (liquid removed) form of Coconut Milk.
Coconut Nectar is a naturally sweet, nutrient-rich, low glycemic sweetener made from coconuts.
Coconut oil is extracted from coconuts.
Coconut Water is the clear liquid inside young coconuts. Coconut Water Concentrate is concentrated (liquid removed) form of Coconut Water. Coconut Water from Concentrate is Coconut Water Concentrate that has been reconstituted (water added back).
Coenzyme Q10 is an antioxidant that is naturally produced in the body.
Coffee is a beverage prepared from the roasted coffee beans (seeds of several species of an evergreen shrub of the genus Coffea). Instant Coffee is Coffee that has been dehydrated and granulated or powdered so that it dissolves quickly in water.
Coffee Extract is a concentrated form of coffee.
Collagen peptides are a type of protein made from collagen, created through enzymatic hydrolysis of collagen. Collagen peptides are highly water soluble and non-gelling.
Confectioner's Glaze is the common name used in candy industry for food grade glossy coating. Does not contain dairy components/lactose.
Copper Gluconate is the copper salt of D-gluconic acid
Corn is a cereal plant of the grass family Poaceae.
Corn Flour is made from finely ground corn kernels.
Corn Oil is extracted from the germ of corn.
Corn Protein is protein derived from corn. Hydrolyzed Corn Protein is Corn Protein that has been broken down into its component amino acids.
Corn Starch is made from the endosperm (fleshy, starchy part) of the corn. Modified Corn Starch is made by treating Corn Starch to break the starch into shorter chains of sugar molecules. It has various uses in foods and beverages including thickening and stabilizing flavor oils.
Corn Syrup is a thick syrup made from corn starch. It is an alternative for sugar, honey, fructose and other sweeteners. Corn Syrup Solids are made from dried Corn Syrup.
Cornmeal is a coarsely ground flour made from dried corn.
Cottonseed Oil is extracted from the seeds of cotton plants of various species, mainly Gossypium hirsutum and Gossypium herbaceum.
Milk is the lacteal secretion, practically free from colostrum, obtained by the complete milking of one or more healthy cows. Milk Powder, also called Milk Solids, is a dry solid form of milk.
The Cranberry is glossy, scarlet red, very tart berry which belongs to the same genus as the blueberry, Vaccinium. Dried Cranberries are cranberries that have had the liquid removed (dehydrated).
Cranberry Juice is the liquid contained in cranberries. Cranberry Juice Concentrate is the concentrated (liquid removed) form of juice from cranberries. Cranberry Juice from Concentrate is Cranberry Juice Concentrate that has been reconstituted (water added back).
Cream is defined by milk fat standards set by the FDA. According to these standards, all cream must contain at least 18% milk fat. Light cream, also called coffee cream or table cream, must have at least 18% milk fat, but less than 30% milk fat. Heavy cream must have at least 36% milk fat. All cream products are pasteurized or ultra-pasteurized. Dried Cream, also called Cream Powder, is cream that has had the liquid removed (dehydrated).
Cucumber (Cucumis sativus) is a widely-cultivated creeping vine plant in the Cucurbitaceae gourd family that bears cucumiform fruits.
Cucumber Juice is the liquid contained in cucumbers. Cucumber Juice Concentrate is the concentrated (liquid removed) form of Cucumber Juice.
Cultured Cream is cream that has been fermented with lactic acid or bacteria.
Cultured dextrose is a food additive used to inhibit the growth of various microorganisms, such as bacteria and yeast. It's made by combining dextrose with the bacteria Propionibacterium freudenreichii.
Cultured Milk is milk that has been fermented wit lactic acid or bacteria. Also known as fermented milk.
Cultures are live bacteria, yeasts or molds used in food production
Cyanocobalamin is the chemical name for Vitamin B12. Vitamin B12, like the other B vitamins, is important for a wide number of functions in the body including metabolism, the formation of red blood cells, and the maintenance of the central nervous system. Vitamin B12 is found in many foods including eggs, meat, poultry, shellfish, milk, and milk products.
Cyanocobalamin (Vitamin B12) is one of the B-Vitamins which are important for a wide number of functions in the body including metabolism, the formation of red blood cells, and the maintenance of the central nervous system. Vitamin B12 is found in many foods including eggs, meat, poultry, shellfish, milk, and milk products.
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Phoenix dactylifera, commonly known as Date or Date Palm, is a flowering plant species in the palm family, Arecaceae, cultivated for its edible sweet fruit.
Degerminated White Corn Grits are white corn grits that have been hulled and have been stripped of their bran and germ.
Dextrin is a starch gum or a carbohydrate produced by the hydrolysis of starch.
Dextrose is a simple sugar that is made from corn and is chemically identical to glucose.
Diacetyl Tartaric Acid Ester Of Mono-Diglycerides is also known as DATEM. It is composed of mixed esters of glycerin in which one or more of the hydroxyl groups of glycerin has been esterified by diacetyl tartaric acid and by fatty acids. The ingredient is prepared by the reaction of diacetyl tartaric anhydride with mono- and diglycerides that are derived from edible sources.
Dipotassium Phosphate is a highly water-soluble salt. Common source of phosphorus and potassium.
Disodium Guanylate is the sodium salt of guanosine monophosphate.
Disodium Inosinate is the sodium salt of inosinic acid.
Disodium Phosphate is a sodium salt of phosphoric acid that holds moisture and is water soluble.
Distilled Vinegar is vinegar that has been purified more than white vinegar.
DL-Alpha-Tocopherol Acetate is a form of Vitamin E Acetate which is a fat-soluble vitamin that exists in 8 different forms. Each form has different potencies or functional uses in the body.
Dragon Fruit Flavor is a flavor that tastes like dragon fruit.
D-Ribose (sometimes referred to as Ribose) is a naturally occurring five-carbon sugar. It is a sweet, solid, water soluble substance that is produced from the fermentation of corn syrup.
Dried Black Beans are black beans that have had the liquid removed (dehydrated).
Dried Garlic is garlic that has had the liquid removed (dehydrated).
Dried Green Peas are green peas that have had the liquid removed (dehydrated).
Dried Onion is Onion that has had the liquid removed (dehydrated).
Dried Purple Sweet Potatoes are purple sweet potatoe that have had the liquid removed (dehydrated).
Dried Yellow Peas are yellow peas that have had the liquid removed (dehydrated).
Dry Whey is the dry, solid form of whey protein.
Dry Whole Milk is the dry, solid form of whole milk.
Durum Flour is a variety of wheat flour. When milled and ground it is called semolina. Contains gluten.
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Eggs are laid by female animals of many different species, including birds, reptiles, amphibians, mammals, and fish. Dried Egg is egg that has had the liquid removed (dehydrated). Egg Whites are the white portion of an egg.
Elderberry Extract is a concentrated (liquid removed) form of elderberry.
Elderberry Juice is the liquid contained in elderberries. Elderberry Juice Concentrate is the concentrated (liquid removed) form of Elderberry Juice.
Electrolytes are minerals, like sodium, potassium, calcium and magnesium, that regulate the flow of body fluids in and out of every cell.
Enriched Bleached Flour is bleached flour that has had the nutrients lost during processing added back in.
Enriched Corn Meal is Cornmeal that has had the nutrients lost during processing added back in.
Enzymes are substances that cause foods to break down into chemical compounds or nutrients that the body can digest, absorb, and use as energy.
Erythorbic Acid is chemically identical to vitamin C (ascorbic acid), the only difference being the shape of the molecule.
Erythritol belongs to a class of compounds called sugar alcohols, or polyols, which are used as lower calorie sweeteners in foods and beverages in place of sugars. It’s also naturally present in many foods particularly fruits and vegetables.
Espresso Coffee is coffee that is brewed by forcing very hot water, which is under high pressure, through coffee beans that typically have a dark roast and have been ground to a very fine consistency.
Ester Gum is a purified rosin from pine trees that is combined with glycerin to form glycerol esters, which make it more soluble.
Extracts are concentrated material made from the juice or fruit of a plant.
Extrative of Turmeric is concentrated turmeric. Turmeric is from a plant in the ginger family.
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Ferric Pyrophosphate is a source of iron
Ferrous Sulfate is a source of iron that may be used as part of the enrichment process of certain flours or other milled grains.
Filtered Water is water that has been passed through a device which removes impurities from water by means of a fine physical barrier, or chemical process. It has fewer total dissolved solids (TDS) than water that has not been filtered.
Flamin' Hot Seasoning is a proprietary seasoning blend.
Flax Seeds are the small seeds of the flax plant. Also called linseed
Folate is the naturally-occurring form of Vitamin B9 found in many foods including dark green leafy vegetables, oranges, fruits, rice, brewer’s yeast, beans, asparagus, soybeans and soy flour.
Folic Acid is the synthetic form of Vitamin B9.
Food Coloring is an FDA or other local regulatory agency approved ingredient used to impart color in a beverage or food. These color additives may be synthetic or extracted from plant sources. Certified colored additives are a special class of dyes and are used due to their stability. They are identified by a number (IE: Yellow #5, Red 40). Dyes dissolve in water and are manufactured as powders, granules or liquids. "Lakes" are a group of coloring additives that are only used in solid foods, not beverages. Lakes are ideal for coloring products containing fats and oils, or items lacking sufficient moisture to dissolve dyes.
French Oak Extract is a water extract obtained from oak wood that originates exclusively from oak trees grown in France.
Fried pork skin is the skin of a pig that has been deep fried, sometimes called chicharron.
Fructooligosaccharides are a chain of fructose molecules, are also sometimes called oligofructose or oligofructan.
Fructose is a simple sugar made up of a single sugar molecule and is found in fruit, honey, vegetables, table sugar (sucrose) and high fructose corn syrup (HFCS). Note: Table sugar (sucrose) and HFCS are both made of a combination of fructose and another simple sugar, glucose.
Fruit and Vegetable Juice (Color) is the liquid contained in fruits and vegetables, which is used to provide color. Fruit and Vegetable Juice Concentrate (Color) is the concentrated (liquid removed) form of Fruit and Vegetable Juice (Color).
Fruit Juice is the liquid contained in fruit. Fruit Juice Concentrate is the concentrated (liquid removed) form of Fruit Juice. Fruit Juice from Concentrate is Fruit Juice Concentrate that has been reconstituted (water added back). If a fruit juice is reconstituted from concentrate, the amount of water that can be added to make it equivalent to the natural fruit juice is regulated by the U.S. FDA.
Fumaric Acid is a tart tasting acid.
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Garlic (Allium sativum) is a species in the onion genus, Allium. Its close relatives include the onion, shallot, leek, chive and rakkyo. Garlic Powder is made from Garlic that has been dried and ground into a powder.
Garlic Puree is crushed garlic, a species in the onion genus, Allium. Its close relatives include the onion, shallot, leek, chive and rakkyo.
Gelatin is a protein generally obtained from animal sources.
Gellan Gum is obtained by fermentation of a carbohydrate (sugar). Dissolves in water.
Ginger is a pungent herb commonly used as a cooking spice throughout the world. Ginger Powder is made from Ginger that has been dried and ground into a powder. Brewed Ginger is made by steeping dried Ginger in hot water.
Ginger Extract is a concentrated form of ginger.
Ginger Juice is the liquid contained in ginger.
Ginseng Extract is a concentrated form of ginseng.
Glucose is a simple sugar made up of a single sugar molecule and is found in fruit, honey, vegetables, table sugar (sucrose) and high fructose corn syrup (HFCS). Note: Table sugar (sucrose) and HFCS are both made of a combination of glucose and another simple sugar, fructose.
Glucose Syrup is a simple sugar made up of a single sugar molecule and is found in fruit, honey, vegetables, table sugar (sucrose) and high fructose corn syrup (HFCS). Note: Table sugar (sucrose) and HFCS are both made of a combination of glucose and another simple sugar, fructose.
Glucuronolactone is a naturally occurring substance that is an important structural component of nearly all connective tissues.
Gluten is a protein found in most grain, including wheat, barley, rye, spelt and triticale. For a person with Celiac disease or Celiac Sprue, a gluten-free diet is part of the treatment.
Glycerin is a simple polyol compound that can be sourced from plants or animals and can be used in creating flavors.
Glycerol Ester of Wood Rosin is a purified rosin from pine trees that is combined with glycerin to form glycerol esters to make it more soluble.
Glycerol Lacto Esters of Fatty Acids are lipophilic emulsifiers that are the lactic acid esters of mono- and diglycerides.
Glyceryl-Lacto Esters of Fatty Acids are lipophilic emulsifiers that are the lactic acid esters of mono- and diglycerides.
Graham Cookie Pieces are small pieces of graham cookies
Grape Juice is the liquid contained in grapes. Grape Juice Concentrate is the concentrated (liquid removed) form of Grape Juice. Grape Juice from Concentrate is Grape Juice concentrate that has been reconstituted (water added back).
A Grapefruit is a large citrus fruit related to the orange, lemon and pomelo. They are categorized as white (blond), pink or ruby. However, this terminology doesn't reflect their skin color, which is either yellow or pinkish-yellow, but rather describes the color of their flesh. The primary varieties of Florida grapefruit are Ruby Red, Pink, Thompson, Marsh and Duncan. Grapefruit Pulp Cells are the juice sacs obtained from the endocarp.
Grapefruit Flavor is a flavor that tastes like grapefruit.
Grapefruit Juice is the liquid contained in grapefruits. Clarified Grapefruit Juice is Grapefruit Juice that has been filtered to remove the pulp and improve consistency. Grapefruit Juice Concentrate is the concentrated (liquid removed) form of Grapefruit Juice. Grapefruit Juice from Concentrate is Grapefruit Juice Concentrate that has been reconstituted (water added back).
Green Coffee Beans are “raw”, unroasted coffee beans.
Green Mandarin Extract is a concentrated form of mandarins.
Green Tea comes from the camellia sinenis plant. It differs from other types in that it has not undergone as much aging or drying during processing and, as a result, is lighter in flavor. Brewed Green Tea is made by steeping Green Tea in hot water. Instant Green Tea, also called Green Tea Powder, is Brewed Green Tea that has been dehydrated and granulated or powdered so that it dissolves quickly in water.
Green Tomatoes are under ripe tomatoes.
Guar Gum is a naturally occurring vegetable gum made from the seed of the guar plant. Partially Hydrolyzed Guar Gum is Guar Gum that has been partially broken down into amino acids.
Guarana is a nut-like seed of a climbing vine that grows primarily in Brazil and is a source of caffeine.
Guarana Seed Extract is a concentrated form of Guarana Seed.
Guava Puree is crushed guava, the sweet edible fruit from the Myrtle family plant genus consisting of about 100 small trees and shrubs, with the Psidium guajava species being the most cultivated for food.
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Habanero Pepper is a variety of chili pepper.
Hazelnut is the nut of the hazel tree and includes any of the nuts deriving from species of the genus Corylus, especially the nuts of the species Corylus avellana. It also is known as cobnut or filbert nut
Hibiscus is a common type of plant found in many regions. Hibiscus is a primary ingredient in many herbal teas. One specific variety, Hibiscus sabdariffa, is also known as Jamaica.
Hibiscus Extract is a concentrated (liquid removed) material from a hibiscus plant.
Hibiscus Juice is the liquid contained in Hibiscus plants. Hibiscus Juice Concentrate is the concentrated (liquid removed) form of Hibiscus Juice.
Hibiscus Tea comes from the hibiscus plant, a common type of plant found in many regions. Brewed Hibiscus Tea is made by steeping Hibiscus in hot water.
High Fructose Corn Syrup is a liquid sweetener which is similar to sucrose (table sugar) in chemical composition, calories, sweetness, absorption and metabolism but is made from corn. HFCS has the same calories as sucrose - approximately 4 kilocalories per gram - and can replace sugar in one-for-one proportions.
High Oleic Sunflower Oil is extracted from sunflower seeds containing a significant amount of monounsaturated omega-9 fatty acids. This oil is good for high-heat cooking and has a long shelf life.
Honey is a sweet, viscous food substance produced by bees. Honey solids are made from dried Honey.
Hops Extract is concentrated hops, the flowers of the plant Humulus lupulus.
Horseradish is a perennial plant of the Brassicaceae family. It is a root vegetable used as a spice. The horseradish plant is from the same family as mustard, wasabi, cabbage and broccoli.
Huito Juice is the liquid contained in huito fruit, which comes from the Genipa Americana tree.
Hydrogenated Oils are oils that have been changed from liquid to semi-solid by adding hydrogen. For example, margarine is formed by fully hydrogenating liquid oils. This process slightly increases the saturated fat content of the oil but is NOT a source of trans fat. (Partially hydrogenated oils are sources of trans fat).
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Inositol is a type of sugar called a polyol that has a different chemical structure than glucose. It is a basic part of cell membranes, and is important in nerve, brain and muscle function. Inositol is found in many plant-derived foods.
Inulin is a substance derived from the chicory plant.
Invert Sugar is table sugar that has been broken down (inverted). Table sugar is made up of two types of basic sugars: glucose and fructose. To make invert sugar syrup, sugar is treated with an enzyme, which splits the whole table sugar molecule into its basic sugars, one glucose and one fructose molecule.
Inverted Sugar Syrup is table sugar that has been broken down (inverted). Table sugar is made up of two types of basic sugars: glucose and fructose. To make invert sugar syrup, sugar is treated with an enzyme, which splits the whole table sugar molecule into its basic sugars, one glucose and one fructose molecule.
Iron is an essential mineral used by your body. It is found in many foods including oysters, meat, meat, poultry, fish, dried fruits, molasses, whole grains, legumes, egg yolks, leafy green vegetables, nuts and seeds. Various synthetic forms include ferric orthophosphate, ferrous sulfate, and reduced iron.
Isomalto-oligosaccharides are a mixture of short-chain carbohydrates.
Isomaltulose is a sucrose isomer that has a structure similar to sucrose (table sugar) but is less sweet. The U.S. FDA has recognized Isomaltulose as a dietary non-cariogenic carbohydrate sweetener meaning that it does not produce tooth cavities. FDA advises that non-cariogenic carbohydrate sweeteners, such as Isomaltulose, can be used to replace dietary sugars, such as sucrose and corn sweeteners, in certain foods to reduce the likelihood of tooth decay.
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A Jalapeno Pepper is a medium-sized chili pepper pod of the species Capsicum annuum.
Jalapeño Pepper is a medium-sized chili pepper pod of the species Capsicum annuum. Jalapeño Pepper Powder is made from Jalapeño Peppers that have been dried and ground into a powder. Jalapeño Pepper puree is crushed Jalapeño Pepper.
Jerusalem artichokes are high in a type of fiber called inulin. High in inulin, a fermentable fiber in the fructan family.
Juice is the liquid contained in fruits and vegetables. It is prepared by crushing or squeezing fresh fruits or vegetables in order to obtain their liquids and sometimes to also obtain some of the pulp that remains after crushing or squeezing. Clarified Juice is Juice that has been filtered to remove pulp and improve consistency. Juice Concentrate is the concentrated (liquid removed) form of juice.
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Kale is a plant with green or purple leaves whose central leaves do not form a head. Kale Powder is made from kale that has been dried and ground into a powder.
Kale Juice is the liquid contained in Kale. Concentrated Kale Juice is a concentrated (liquid removed) form of Kale Juice.
Kale Puree is crushed kale.
Kefir Culture is kefir grains fermented with a combination of lactic acid bacteria and yeasts in a matrix of proteins, lipids, and sugars.
Key Limes have very thin skin and are light yellow when ripe. They are also known as Mexican Limes or West Indies Limes. They grow in tropical and subtropical regions.
Key Lime Juice is the liquid contained in Key Limes. Clarified Key Lime Juice is Key Lime Juice that has been filtered to remove the pulp and improve consistency. Key Lime Juice Concentrate is a concentrated (liquid removed) form of Key Lime Juice.
Kiwi Juice is the liquid contained in kiwi fruits. Kiwi Juice Concentrate is the concentrated (liquid removed) form of Kiwi Juice.
Kiwi Puree is crushed kiwi, the edible berry of a woody vine in the genus Actinidia
Kombucha Culture is a symbiotic culture of bacteria and yeast
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Lactic Acid is an organic acid that can be derived via fermentation of a carbohydrate source or synthetically produced.
Lactoferrin is a protein from the whey portion of milk.
Lactose is a carbohydrate found in milk. Also referred to as “milk sugar”. Approximately 1/6th as sweet as sucrose (table sugar).
Lavender Flavor is a flavor that tastes like lavender.
L-Carnitine is an amino acid involved in the metabolism of fats.
L-Cysteine is a semi-essential proteinogenic amino acid.
Leeks are a mild, onion-like tasting vegetable.
Lemon Extract is a concentrated form of lemon.
Lemon Juice is the liquid contained in lemons. Clarified Lemon Juice is Lemon Juice that has been filtered to remove pulp and improve consistency. Lemon Juice Concentrate, also called Dry Lemon Juice, is the concentrated (liquid removed) form of Lemon Juice. Lemon Juice from Concentrate is Lemon Juice Concentrate that has been reconstituted (water added back).
Lemon Oil is extracted from lemons.
Lemongrass is an herb with long, thin, gray-green leaves and a woody scallion like base with a sour-lemon flavor and fragrance. Lemongrass Extract is a concentrated form of lemongrass.
Lemons are the fruit of a species of small evergreen tree in the flowering plant family Rutaceae. Lemon Peel is the rind of the lemon. Brewed Lemon Peel is made by steeping dried lemon peel in hot water.
Lime is a natural compound made by adding water to limestone.
Lime Juice is the liquid contained in limes. Clarified Lime Juice is Lime Juice that has been filtered to remove pulp and improve consistency. Lime Juice Concentrate, also called Lime Juice Solids, is the concentrated (liquid removed) form of Lime Juice. Lime Juice from Concentrate is Lime Juice Concentrate that has been reconstituted (water added back).
Limes are a hybrid citrus fruit, which is typically round, lime green, 3–6 centimeters (1.2–2.4 in) in diameter, and contains acidic juice vesicle. Lime Extract is lime zest that has been mixed with oil.
Lion’s Mane mushroom extract is a concentrated form of Lion’s Mane. Lion’s Mane is an edible mushroom that grows on trunks trees such as oak.
Lipolyzed Cream is a natural dairy flavor produced by treating fresh cream with lipase.
L-Isoleucine is an amino acid. It is a building block for some proteins.
L-Leucine is an amino acid. It is a building block for some proteins.
L-Theanine is an amino acid.
L-Valine is an amino acid. It is a building block for some proteins.
Lycopene is a red plant pigment that is inherent in foods such as tomatoes, guava, watermelon and pink grapefruit.
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Magnesium Carbonate is an inorganic salt.
Magnesium Chloride is an inorganic compound consisting of one magnesium and two chloride ions.
Magnesium Lactate is a naturally occurring mineral in the body, formed when magnesium binds with lactic acid.
Magnesium Oxide is a white hygroscopic solid mineral that occurs as periclase and is a source of magnesium
Magnesium Phosphate is a general term for salts of magnesium and phosphate.
Magnesium Stearate is a magnesium salt containing stearic acid. Stearic acid is an 18 carbon long saturated fat, common in our food supply. It is readily metabolized to oleic acid (the monounsaturated fat found in olive oil).
Magnesium Sulfate is an inorganic salt containing magnesium, sulfur and oxygen
Malic Acid is a dicarboxylic acid found in a variety of fruits and many sour and tart-tasting foods.
Malt is a grain that is germinated and then quickly dried to develop enzymes which convert the grain’s starch to sugar. Barley is the most common malt due to its high enzyme content. Contains Gluten.
Malt Extract is a viscous concentrate of water extract of germinated grain.
Maltitol Syrup is a sweetener obtained by processing maltose. A type of sugar polyol that may be used as a sugar substitute. Is approximately 90% as sweet as sucrose (table sugar)
Maltodextrin is a polysaccharide usually produced from corn starch, tapioca or wheat starch.
Manganese Sulfate is a salt made of manganese and sulfur.
Mango Flavor is a flavor that tastes like mangos.
Mango Juice is the liquid contained in mangoes. Mango Juice Concentrate is the concentrated form of Mango Juice.
Mango Puree is crushed Mango. Mango Puree Concentrate is the concentrated (liquid removed) form of Mango Puree.
Mangoes are the ovoid fruit of the tropical evergreen tree, Mangifera indica, having a smooth rind, sweet juicy flesh, and a flat one-seeded stone. It is eaten ripe or pickled when green. Dried Mangoes are mangoes that have had the liquid removed (dehydrated).
Maple Extract is a concentrated form of maple syrup.
Marjoram is a perennial herb with sweet pine and citrus flavors
Maui Onion Powder is a proprietary seasoning blend.
Medium Chain Triglycerides are a special class of fatty acids (oils) that have shorter chains, which allows them to function more like carbohydrates. Common sources are milk fat, palm kernel oil and coconut oil.
by-product of cheese-making and is the least-processed version of casein. It's the complete casein protein featuring all five caseins: alpha, beta, gamma, delta, and kappa. It's made by separating the casein protein from whey, fat, and lactose in milk.
Milk Fat is the fatty portion of milk, also called butterfat
Milk Protein is protein derived from Milk. Milk Protein Concentrate is the concentrated form of the high quality milk proteins casein and whey. The concentrate is greater than 80% pure protein. Milk Protein Isolate is a combination of two milk proteins found in both whey and casein.
Milk Thistle Extractives are derived from the plant silybum marianum, which is also known as cardus marianus, milk thistle, blessed milk thistle, Marian thistle, Mary thistle, Saint Mary's thistle, Mediterranean milk thistle, variegated thistle and Scotch thistle. This species is an annual or biennial plant of the family Asteraceae.
To make Milled Corn, the corn kernel first has the outside shell ground off in the mill and removed. The rest of it is then ground finer. Corn flower is the finest grind.
Mint Flavor is a flavor that tastes like mint.
Mixed Triglycerides are created when one molecule of glycerol is combined with two or three different fatty acids
Modified Food Starch is made by treating starch (usually corn but alternatively wheat, rice, potato or tapioca) to break the starch into shorter chains of sugar molecules. It is a polysaccharide, meaning it is made of many simple sugars that are linked together to form a long chain of sugar molecules.
Mojito Flavor is a flavor that tastes like a mojito.
Molasses is a thick syrup produced during the refining of sugar (sugar cane) or from sorghum (cereal grass). Varies from light to dark brown in color. Dried Molasses is Molasses that has had the liquid removed (dehydrated).
Molasses Solids are dried molasses.
Monk Fruit is a small melon produced by the Siraitia grosvenorii vine, a herbaceous, perennial vine of the Cucurbitaceae family. Monk Fruit Extract, a concentrated powder form, is 150-200 times sweeter than sugar.
Monocalcium Phosphate is the calcium salt of phosphoric acid.
A Monoglyceride is a substance created by combining specific fats or oils with glycerol (a sugar alcohol). It is derived from plant sources, not from animals.
Monopotassium Phosphate is a soluble salt which is a nutritive source of phosphorus and potassium
Monosodium Glutamate is the sodium salt of glutamic acid. Has an "umami" or meaty flavor.
Monounsaturated Fats are found in a variety of foods such as avocado, olive and rapeseed (canola) oils. They are liquid at room temperature (oil).
Monterey Jack Cheese is an American semihard cheese, customarily white, made using cow's milk.
Morello Cherry Flavor is a flavor that tastes like morello cherries.
Mushrooms are the fleshy, spore-bearing fruiting body of a fungus, typically produced above ground on soil or on its food source
Mustard is made from the seeds of a mustard plant.
Mustard Seeds are seeds of the mustard plant.
Mustard Seed Oil is extracted from mustard seeds.
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Natural And Artificial Flavor includes both natural and artificial flavorings.
Natural Apple Extract (Color) is concentrated apple that is used to color a food or beverage.
Natural flavors are obtained from essences or extracts of substances found in nature such as spices, fruits, fruit juices, vegetables, or herbs. The exact composition of flavoring components that are in our beverages are proprietary PepsiCo information and cannot be disclosed without violating the confidentiality of our formula.
Natural Smoke Flavor is a flavor that tastes like smoke. It is made by collecting the smoke from burning wood, dissolving it in water and condensing it into solids.
Niacin is a form of Vitamin B3. It is a water soluble vitamin that helps the body process protein and fats and maintain a healthy nervous system, skin and digestion. It is normally found in peanuts, beans and whole grain breads or cereals. Niacinamide is a form of niacin.
Nitrogen is the chemical element of atomic number 7, a colorless, odorless unreactive gas that forms about 78 percent of the earth's atmosphere. Liquid nitrogen is made by distilling liquid air.
Non Dairy Creamer is a liquid or granular substance made from non-dairy ingredients intended to substitute for milk or cream as an additive to coffee, tea, hot chocolate or other beverages.
Nonfat Dry Milk is the dry, solid form of non-fat milk (skim milk). Contains no more than 1.5 percent fat and no more than 5 percent moisture.
Nonfat Milk, also known as skim milk, is defined by milk fat standards set by the FDA. According to these standards, Nonfat Milk must contain less than 0.5% milk fat and 8.25% milk solids that are not fat.
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Oat Bran is the outer layer of the groat. Ground into powdery beige granules. Natural source of soluble fiber.
Oat Flour is made from finely ground rolled oats.
Oat Hull Fiber is insoluble fiber derived from oat hulls, the outermost part of the oat kernel that surrounds the oat groat
Oatmeal Cookie Pieces are small pieces of oatmeal cookies
Odorless Garlic is allium sativum, a species in the onion genus, Allium. Its close relatives include the onion, shallot, leek, chive and rakkyo.
Oleic Acid is a monounsaturated fatty acid found in plants and animals. High Oleic Oils have more of this monounsaturated fat than polyunsaturated fat.
Oleoresins of Spices are flavoring extracts made from spices. The most common include black pepper, paprika, capsicum, celery, turmeric, ginger and white pepper.
Oligofructose is a synonym for fructo-oligosaccharide or FOS. A carbohydrate derived from fruits and vegetables.
Olive Oil is extracted from olives.
The Onion is a bulb vegetable that is grown underground. Onion Powder is made from onions that have been dried and ground into a powder.
An Orange is a globuse berry with a yellowish to reddish-orange rind and a sweet edible pulp. A hybrid, between pomelo (Citrus maxima) and mandarin (Citrus reticulata), it has been cultivated since ancient times. Orange Peel is the rind of an orange, often used as zest (the colored portion.) Brewed Orange Peel is made by steeping dried orange peel in hot water.
Orange Extract is a concentrated form of orange.
Orange Juice is the liquid contained in oranges. Acid Reduced Orange Juice is the reduced acid form of Orange Juice. Pasteurized Orange Juice is Orange Juice that has been treated with heat to eliminate pathogens and extend shelf-life. Orange Juice Concentrate is the concentrated (liquid removed) form of Orange Juice. Orange Juice from Concentrate is Orange Juice Concentrate that has been reconstituted (water added back).
Oregano is a culinary herb form the plant Origanum vulgare. Widely used in Greek and Italian dishes.
Organically grown apple, the edible fruit of the apple tree, species Malus domestica in the rose family (Rosaceae). One of the most widely cultivated tree fruits. Apples grow on small, deciduous trees. There are over 7500 different species of apples.
Organically grown banana, the edible fruit of the flowering plants of the genus Musa.
Organic Butter is butter made from organic cream.
Organic Chocolate is a usually sweet, brown food preparation of roasted and ground organically grown cacao seeds that is made in the form of a liquid, paste, or in a block, or used as a flavoring ingredient in other foods.
Organic Cinnamon is a spice obtained from the inner bark of several trees from the genus Cinnamomum that have been grown organically.
Organic Maltodextrin is a polysaccharide produced from organic corn.
Organic Milk Protein Concentrate is a concentrated form of the high quality organic milk proteins - casein and whey. The concentrate is greater than 80% pure protein.
Organic Skim Milk is non-fat milk from from livestock raised according to organic farming methods.
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Palm Kernel And Palm Oil is a mix of both palm kernel oil, which comes from the pit of the palm fruit, and palm oil, which is from the fleshy part of the palm fruit.
Palm Kernel Oil is extracted from the pit of the palm fruit and is higher in saturated fat than palm oil. It is solid at room temperature. Fractionated Palm Kernel Oil is Palm Kernel Oil that has been divided into smaller parts to enhance functionality. Modified Palm Kernel Oil is a mixture of liquid and solid Palm Kernel Oil. Hydrogenated Palm Kernel Oil is Palm Kernel Oil that has been changed from liquid to semi-solid by adding hydrogen.
Palm Oil is extracted from the fleshy part of the palm fruit. It is relatively high in saturated fat and semi-solid at room temperature. Modified Palm Oil is a mix of liquid and solid Palm Oil. Hydrogenated Palm Oil is Palm Oil that has been changed from liquid to semi-solid by adding hydrogen.
Panax Ginseng Root Extract is a concentrated material made from the roots of the Panax ginseng plant, also known as Korean ginseng. The main active components of ginseng are called ginsenosides.
Vitamin B5, also known as Pantothenic Acid, is essential in the breakdown of fats and protein. It is found in milk, leafy vegetables, fresh meat and egg yolks.
Paprika is a substance from the dried, ground, ripe fruit of the herb Capsicum annuum (sweet peppers). Also called sweet pepper or pimiento.
Parmesan is a hard cheese made from unpasteurized cow's milk
Parsley is a species of Petroselinum in the family Apiaceae. Widely cultivated as an herb, a spice, and a vegetable. Pried Parsley is Parsley that has had the liquid removed (dehydrated).
Passion Fruit Juice is the liquid contained in passion fruit. Passion Fruit Juice Concentrate is the concentrated (liquid removed) form of Passion Fruit Juice. Passion Fruit Juice from Concentrate is Passion Fruit Juice Concentrate that has been reconstituted (water added back).
Pasteurized Cow's Milk is milk that has been heated to kill dangerous pathogens.
Pea Protein is protein derived from peas. Pea Protein Concentrate is a concentrated form of Pea Protein. Partially Hydrolyzed Pea Protein is Pea Protein that has been partially broken down into amino acids. Pea Protein Isolate is a processed form of Pea Protein.
Peach Flavor is a flavor that tastes like peach.
Peach Juice is the liquid contained in Peaches. Clarified Peach Juice is Peach Juice that has been filtered to remove the pulp and improve consistency. Peach Juice Concentrate is the concentrated (liquid removed) form of Peach Juice. Peach Juice from Concentrate is Peach Juice Concentrate that has been reconstituted (water added back).
Peach Puree is crushed peaches. Peach Puree Concentrate is concentrated (liquids removed) Peach Puree. Peach Puree from Concentrate is Peach Puree Concentrate that has been reconstituted (water added back).
Peaches are the edible stone fruit from the Prunus persica, is a deciduous tree. A round, sweet fruit that has white or yellow flesh, soft yellow or pink skin, and a large, hard seed at the center. Dried Peaches are Peaches that have had the liquid removed (dehydrated).
The Peanut is a species in the legume family. Roasted Peanuts Peanut Butter is a food paste or spread made from ground Roasted Peanuts.
Peanut Flavor is a flavor that tastes like peanut.
Peanut Flour is made from finely ground peanuts. Partially Defatted Peanut Flour is made from peanuts that have been roasted and processed to obtain a lower fat peanut flour with a strong roasted flavor.
Peanut Oil is extracted from peanuts.
Pear Juice is the liquid contained in pears. Filtered Pear Juice is pear juice that has been filtered to remove pulp and fruit solids. Pear Juice Concentrate is the concentrated (liquid removed) form of Pear Juice.
Pear Puree is crushed pears. Pear Puree Concentrate is concentrated (liquids removed) Pear Puree.
Peas are the small spherical seeds or the seed-pods of the pod fruit Pisum sativum.
Pecans are a type of tree nut, produced by a species of hickory tree
Pectin is a soluble dietary fiber found in the cell walls of fruits and vegetables. In human digestion, pectin goes through the system intact and serves as a bulking agent. Since it is not absorbed, it has no nutritive value other than fiber. Pectin is produced commercially as a powder and mainly extracted from citrus fruits.
Peppermint is a hybrid mint, a cross between watermint and spearmint
Phenylalanine is an essential amino acid found in many protein-containing foods. It is also one of the two amino acid components present in aspartame. All products sweetened with aspartame carry a statement on the label to alert individuals with the rare genetic disease, phenylketonuria. These people must restrict their intake of phenylalanine. The statement reads Phenylketonurics: Contains Phenylalanine. Phenylalanine is found in almost all foods that contain protein such as beef, milk, fish, eggs, and cheese. People with the disease phenylketonuria must avoid eating these foods as well as avoiding intake of phenylalanine itself. For the rest of the population phenylalanine and phenylalanine containing foods are completely safe. For comparison, an 8-ounce glass of milk has more than 4 times as much phenylalanine as a 12-ounce Diet Pepsi.
Phosphoric acid is a mineral (inorganic) acid that is added to some soft drinks to provide tartness. The use of phosphoric acid adds some dietary phosphorus to the beverage.
Pine Nuts are the edible seeds of pines (family Pinaceae, genus Pinus)
Pineapple belongs to the Bromeliaceae family, from which one of its most important health-promoting compounds, the enzyme bromelain, was named. Are actually not just one fruit but a composite of many flowers whose individual fruitlets fuse together around a central core. Each fruitlet can be identified by an "eye," the rough spiny marking on the pineapple's surface. Have a wide cylindrical shape, a scaly green, brown or yellow skin and a regal crown of spiny, blue-green leaves. The fibrous flesh of pineapple is yellow in color and has a vibrant tropical flavor that balances the tastes of sweet and tart. The area closer to the base of the fruit has more sugar content and therefore a sweeter taste and more tender texture. Dried Pineapples are pineapples that have had the liquid removed (dehydrated). Pineapple Powder is made from Dried Pineapples that have been ground into a powder. Brewed Pineapple is made by steeping dried pineapple in hot water.
Pineapple Flavor is a flavor that tastes like pineapple.
Pineapple Juice is the liquid contained in pineapples. Clarified Pineapple Juice is Pineapple Juice that has been filtered to remove the pulp and improve consistency. Pineapple Juice Concentrate is the concentrated (liquid removed) form of Pineapple Juice. Pineapple Juice from Concentrate is Pineapple Juice Concentrate that has been reconstituted (water added back).
Pineapple Juice Syrup is syrup made from pineapple juice, sugar and water.
Pinto Beans are a variety of common bean (legume).
The Pistachio Nut is a tree nut that is a member of the cashew family.
Plantains are banana cultivars in the genus Musa whose fruits are generally used in cooking.
Plum Puree is made of crushed plums, the globular to oval smooth-skinned edible fruits that are drupes with oblong seeds from any of various trees and shrubs (genus Prunus) of the rose family. A stone fruit.
Polydextrose is a blend of glucose, citric acid and sorbitol.
Polyglycerol Polyricinoleate is a substance made from glycerol and fatty acids.
Polysorbate 60 is an emulsifier made up of polyoxyethylene and sorbitan monooleate.
A Pomegranate is a several-celled reddish berry that is about the size of an orange with a thick leathery skin and many seeds with pulpy crimson arils of tart flavor
Pomegranate Flavor is a flavor that tastes like pomegranate.
Pomegranate Juice is the liquid contained in pomegranates, a several-celled reddish berry that is about the size of an orange with a thick leathery skin and many seeds with pulpy crimson arils of tart flavor. Pomegranate Juice Concentrate is the concentrated (liquid removed) form of Pomegranate Juice. Pomegranate Juice from Concentrate is Pomegranate Juice Concentrate that has been reconstituted (water added back).
Popcorn is a variety of corn kernel, which forcefully expands and puffs up when heated.
Potassium is an essential dietary mineral and an electrolyte that helps meet the mineral needs of active people. It is found naturally in fruits, vegetables and meats. Orange and grapefruit juices are good sources. In beverages, it may be added for its nutrient value or come from other ingredients.
Potassium Benzoate is the potassium salt of benzoic acid.
Potassium Carbonate is potassium salt, made from potassium hydroxide and carbon dioxide.
Potassium Chloride is the potassium salt of chloride.
Potassium Citrate is the salt form of citric acid.
Potassium Iodide is the potassium salt of iodine.
Potassium Phosphate is a generic term for the salts of potassium and phosphate ions including: Monopotassium phosphate, Dipotassium phosphate and Tripotassium phosphate.
Potassium Sorbate is the potassium salt of sorbic acid.
Potassium Sulfate is the mineral salt of potassium.
Potato Starch is made from potatoes. Modified Potato Starch is made by treating Potato Starch to break the starch into shorter chains of sugar molecules. It is a polysaccharide, meaning it is made up of many simple sugars that are linked together by chemical bonds to form a long chain of sugar molecules.
Potatoes are a starchy, tuberous vegetable. Dried Potatoes are potatoes that have had the liquid removed (dehydrated).
Preservatives are compounds added to foods to prevent microbial growth, oxidation and/or staling of product.
Prickly Pear Juice is the liquid contained in the prickly pear fruit, Opuntia, which is a genus in the cactus family, Cactaceae. Prickly Pear Juice Concentrate is the concentrated (liquid removed) form of Prickly Pear Juice.
Propylene Glycol Mono- and Diesters of Fats and Fatty Acids is a viscous, colorless liquid produced from edible oils.
Protease or Proteolytic Enzymes are enzymes used to hydrolyze intact protein and break them down into peptide units (small chains of amino acids).
Protein is an essential nutrient. Sources of Protein include meats, fish, eggs, milk, legumes, soy, nuts, seeds and grains. Hydrolyzed Protein is Protein that has been broken down into its component amino acids. Protein Isolate is a processed form of Protein.
Protein Concentrate is a concentrated form of the high quality milk proteins - casein and whey. The concentrate is greater than 80% pure protein.
Pumpkin Seeds, also known as pepita, are the edible seeds of a pumpkin. Roasted Pumpkin Seeds have been heated to enhance their flavor and aroma. Compared to raw seeds, they have slightly more fat and calories per gram, but the difference is minimal.
Purified Stevia Leaf Extract is derived from the leaves of the Stevia plant and is 250 times sweeter than sucrose so it has virtually no calories when used in foods and beverages. It has a long history of use in many countries including Australia, Brazil, China, Japan, Mexico and Russia. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has publicly stated that it has no questions about the safety of Stevia Extract for use as a general-purpose sweetener in foods and beverages.
Purified Water is water that is produced by distillation, deionization, reverse osmosis or another suitable process that meets appropriate standards to be called purified water. It must contain no more than 10 ppm of dissolved solids.
Purple Carrots derive their color from anthocyanin. The purple pigments are full of antioxidants. Purple Carrots contain twice as much alpha- and beta-carotene, which the body turns into vitamin A, compared to orange Carrots.
Purple Carrot Juice is the liquid contained in purple carrots. Purple Carrot Juice Concentrate is the concentrated (liquid removed) form of Purple Carrot Juice.
Purple Carrot Juice Concentrate (Color) is concentrated juice from purple carrots that is used to provide color.
Purple Corn Juice is juice from purple corn to provide color.
Purple Sweet Potato Juice (Color) is concentrated juice from the purple sweet potato that is used to provide color.
Pyridoxine Hydrochloride is the chemical name for vitamin B6, a water soluble vitamin that performs a wide variety of functions in the body. It is found in many foods including beans, nuts, legumes, eggs, meats, fish and whole grains.
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Quillaia is a purified (cooked, filtered and pasteurized) extract made from the bark of the Quillaia tree.
Quinoa is an ancient food originally cultivated by the Incas. The seed of the Goosefoot plant, Quinoa ranges in color from ivory, pinks, brown, red and black, and has a mild, slightly nutty flavor. The seeds are gluten free which makes it a nutritional alternative for those with celiac disease. Quinoa flakes are pressed Quinoa. Each seed is rolled flat to make a flake.
Quinoa Flour is made from finely ground quinoa seeds.
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Raisins are dried grapes.
Raspberries are the edible fruit of a multitude of plant species in the genus Rubus of the rose family, most of which are in the subgenus Idaeobatus. There are over 200 species of raspberries, all belonging to the scientific genus called Rubus. Most of those grown commercially fall into three groups: red raspberries, black raspberries, and purple raspberries. Dried Raspberries are raspberries that have had the liquid removed (dehydrated).
Raspberry Juice is the liquid contained in Raspberries. Raspberry Juice Concentrate is the concentrated form of Raspberry Juice.
Raspberry Puree is crushed Raspberries.
Red 3 is a colorant for foods and other substances. Also known as Erythrosine and FD&C Red3.
Red 40 is a colorant for foods and other substances. Also known as Allura Red and FD&C Red40.
Red Beet Juice is the liquid contained in Red Beets. Red Beet Juice Concentrate is the concentrated (liquid removed) form of Red Beet Juice. Red Beet Juice from Concentrate is Beet Juice Concentrate that has been reconstituted (water added back).
Trifolium pratense, the Red Clover, is a herbaceous species of flowering plant in the bean family Fabaceae, native to Europe, Western Asia and northwest Africa, but planted and naturalized in many other regions.
Red Grape Juice is the liquid contained in red grapes. Red Grape Juice Concentrate is the concentrated (liquid removed) form of Red Grape Juice.
Red Grape Juice Concentrate (Color) is the concentrated juice from red grapes that is used to provide color.
Red Radish Juice (Color) is the concentrated juice from red radishes to provide color
Red Raspberries are the edible fruit of a multitude of plant species in the genus Rubus of the rose family, most of which are in the subgenus Idaeobatu.
Red Raspberry Juice is the liquid contained in Red Raspberries. Red Raspberry Juice Concentrate is the concentrated (liquid removed) form of Red Raspberry Juice.
Red Raspberry Puree is crushed Red Raspberries.
Reduced Fat Milk is defined by milk fat standards set by the FDA. According to these standards, Reduced Fat Milk must contain between 0.5% and 2% milk fat and 8.25% milk solids that are not fat.
Reduced Iron is a mineral used in food as a nutrient supplement.
Reduced Lactose Whey is produced by removing lactose from whey.
Resistant Maltodextrin (Fibersol-2) is a form of soluble dietary fiber that is typically derived from corn, rice or wheat
Riboflavin (Vitamin B2) is a water-soluble B-Vitamin that is important for body growth and red blood cell production. It helps in releasing energy from the foods a person eats and is found in dairy products, meats, poultry, and fish.
Rice is the seed of the monocot plants Oryza sativa (Asian rice) or Oryza glaberrima (African rice). As a cereal grain, it is the most widely consumed staple food for a large part of the world's human population, especially in Asia. Types include: Brown: unmilled or partially milled rice, considered a whole grain, White: refined grain with germ and bran removed, Wild: combination of four types of grasses, generally considered a whole grain and contains more dietary fiber and protein than white rice. Rice Flour is finely ground Rice. Crisp Rice is milled rice that has been lightly toasted. Parboiled Rice is Rice that has been boiled in the husk. It contains more thiamin than refined white rice.
Rice Bran is the layer between the inner white rice grain and the outer hull. Accounts for 60% of the nutrients found in each rice kernel.
Rice Extract is a concentrated form of rice.
Rice Starch is made from the main component of rice. It is an insoluble white powder consisting of both amylose and amylopectin.
Rice Syrup is a sweetener made by cooking rice with enzymes to turn the starch into sugar. Rice Syrup Solids are made from dried Rice Syrup.
Rolled Wheat Flakes are flattened whole grain wheat berries.
Romaine Lettuce Juice is the liquid contained in romaine lettuce.
Romano Cheese is an American and Canadian term for a class of cheeses that are hard and salty. Made from cow, goat, and/or sheep's milk
Rose Hip Extract, which contains vitamin C, is a concentrated material made from the rose plant.
Rose Hips are the fruit of the rose plant. Rose Hips Powder is made from Rose Hips that have been dried and ground into a powder.
Rose Water is a liquid made from water and rose petals. Rose Essence is a concentrated form of rose water.
Rosemary is an aromatic spice from the dried leaves of Rosmarinus officinalis, an evergreen shrub. Dried Rosemary is Rosemary that has had the liquid removed (dehydrated).
Rosemary Extract is the concentrated form of Rosemary.
Ruby Red Grapefruit Juice is the liquid contained in ruby red grapefruits. Ruby Red Grapefruit Juice Concentrate is the concentrated (liquid removed) form of Ruby Red Grapefruit Juice. Ruby Red Grapefruit the liquid contained in Concentrate is Ruby Red Grapefruit Juice that has been reconstituted (water added back).
Rye is a member of the wheat tribe (Triticeae) and is closely related to barley (genus Hordeum) and wheat (Triticum).
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Safflower Oil is extracted from the safflower plant, a highly branched, herbaceous, thistle-like annual plant.
Sage is an aromatic plant with grayish-green leaves that are used as a culinary herb. Brewed Sage is made by steeping dried sage in hot water.
Salt is a mineral substance composed primarily of sodium chloride (NaCl). Chloride and sodium ions, the two major components of salt, are needed by all known living creatures.
Sea Minerals are a balanced salt seasoning and nutritional supplement that contains over 72 naturally occurring ionic trace mineral.
Sea Salt is form of sodium chloride (table salt) obtained from the sea.
Semi-Sweet Chocolate Chips (or chunks) are small chunks of semi-sweet chocolate.
Semolina is coarsely ground grain (usually durum wheat). Contains Gluten.
Sesame Oil is extracted from sesame seeds, a flowering plant in the genus Sesamum, also called benne.
Silicon Dioxide is a transparent, tasteless crystal or powder practically insoluble in water or acids.
Skim Milk, also known as nonfat milk, is defined by milk fat standards set by the FDA. According to these standards, Skim Milk must contain less than 0.5% milk fat and 8.25% milk solids that are not fat.
Sodium is a dietary mineral and electrolyte. It is one of the main components of the fluids in the human body and plays a vital role, helping to carry nutrients to cells. It is also necessary for the regulation of blood and body fluids, transmission of nerve impulses, heart activity, and certain metabolic functions.
Sodium Acetate is the sodium salt of acetic acid.
Sodium Alginate is the sodium salt of alginic acid, a gum extracted from the cell walls of brown algae.
Sodium Aluminum Phosphate is an inorganic compound made from alumina, phosphoric acid and sodium hydroxide.
Sodium Ascorbate is a form of Ascorbic Acid, or Vitamin C.
Sodium Benzoate is the sodium salt of benzoic acid.
Sodium Bicarbonate is the bicarbonate salt of sodium. A mineral that can be derived from nahcolite. Commonly known as baking soda.
Sodium Caseinate is a soluble or dissolvable form of casein (milk protein).
Sodium Citrate is the sodium salts of citric acid.
Sodium Diacetate is a salt of acetic acid.
Sodium Erythorbate is the sodium salt of erythorbic acid. Made from sugars (beets, cane, corn).
Sodium Gluconate is the sodium salt of gluconic acid.
Sodium Hexametaphosphate is an organic compound made from sodium, phosphorous and oxygen. It is more commonly called Sodium Polymetaphosphate or Graham's Salt.
Sodium Nitrate is an alkali metal nitrate salt.
Sodium Nitrite is the sodium salt of nitrite.
Sodium Phosphate is a sodium salt of phosphoric acid.
Sodium Polyphosphates are an organic compound made from sodium, phosphorous and oxygen. They are sometimes called Sodium Hexametaphosphate or Graham's Salt.
Sodium Propionate (Preservative) is the sodium salt of propionic acid.
Sodium Saccharin is a no-calorie sweetener. It is approximately 200-700 times sweeter than sugar which means that only a small amount is needed to sweeten a food or beverage and it doesn't contribute any calories. It has been approved for use in certain dietary foods and beverages by the U.S. FDA and health organizations around the world. For more information visit the Calorie Control Council at www.caloriecontrol.org.
Sodium Silicoaluminate is derived from a class of minerals called zeolites.
Sodium Sulfite is a soluble compound of sodium and sulfur.
Soluble Fiber is a type of dietary fiber that dissolves in water to form a viscous “gel” in the digestive system.
Soluble Vegetable Powder is made from vegetables that have been dried and ground into a powder.
Sorbitan Tristearate is derived from sorbitol and stearic acid.
Sorbitol is a sugar alcohol found in many fruits but often sourced from corn syrup.
Sour Cherry Juice is the liquid contained in the sour cherry. Sour Cherry Juice Concentrate is the concentrated (liquid removed) form of Sour Cherry Juice.
Sour Cream is a dairy product obtained by fermenting regular cream with lactic acid bacteria.
Soy Fiber is fiber derived from the inner cell wall of a soybean.
Soy Flour is flour made from the starchy part (endosperm) of the soybean.
Soy Lecithin is a liquid or powdered compound from soybeans. Allergen Notes: According to the Food Allergy Network, soy lecithin can be tolerated by many people with soy allergies since it is more fat than protein. However, even if soy lecithin appears as the only source of soy on a product label, the product will be labeled as "contains soy" if protein levels are above the threshold for food allergy labeling.
Soy Protein is obtained from soybeans in various forms. Three primary forms are soybean flour which contains about 50% protein, soybean concentrate (or soy protein concentrate) which contains about 70% protein, and soybean protein isolate (or soy protein isolate) which contains about 90% protein. Enzyme Modified Soy Protein is Soy Protein which has been treated with enzymes to produce a concentrated protein. Hydrolyzed Soy Protein is Soy Protein that has been broken down into it's component amino acids.
Soy Sauce is a condiment made from a fermented paste of soybeans, roasted grain, brine, and Aspergillus oryzae or Aspergillus sojae molds
Soybean is a species of legume. It is one of the few plant foods considered to be a complete protein.
Soybean Oil is a vegetable oil extracted from soybean seeds.
Sparking Water is carbonated water that is flavorless, effervescent or bubbly.
Spearmint is an aromatic herb (species Mentha spicata), of the mint family (Lamiaceae, or Labiatae). Brewed Spearmint is made by steeping Spearmint in hot water.
Spearmint Oil is extracted from spearmint.
Spices are varieties of aromatic dried seed, fruits and roots in whole, broken, or ground form. Difference between herbs and spices are herbs come from leafy, green plant parts and may be used fresh and spices are always dried.
Spinach is an edible flowering plant in the family of Amaranthaceae. Dried Spinach is Spinach that has had the liquid removed (dehydrated). Spinach Powder is Dried Spinach that has been ground into a powder.
Spinach Juice is the liquid contained in the spinach plant. Spinach Juice Concentrate is the concentrated (liquid removed) form of Spinach Juice.
Spirulina is a member of the blue algae family. Spirulina Powder is made from Spirulina that has been dried and ground into a powder.
Spring Water is water that comes from an underground source where the water flows naturally to the surface of the earth.
Starfruit Flavor is a flavor that tastes like starfruit.
Steviol glycosides are the chemical compounds responsible for the sweet taste of the leaves of the Stevia rebaudiana plant (Stevia). Stevia is used as a calorie-free sweetener.
Strawberries are the edible fruit of low-growing plants of the genus Fragaria, having white flowers and an aggregate fruit that consists of a red fleshy edible receptacle and numerous seedlike fruitlets. Dried Strawberries are Strawberries that have had the liquid removed (dehydrated).
Strawberry Flavor is a flavor that tastes like strawberries.
Strawberry Juice is the liquid contained in strawberries. Strawberry Juice Concentrate is the concentrated (liquid removed) form Strawberry Juice. Strawberry Juice from Concentrate is Strawberry Juice Concentrate that has been reconstituted (water added back).
Strawberry Puree is crushed Strawberries. Strawberry Puree Concentrate is the concentrated (liquid removed) form of Strawberry Puree. Strawberry Puree from Concentrate is Strawberry Puree that has been reconstituted (water added back).
Sucralose is also known by its brand name Splenda(R). It has no calories and is 600 times sweeter than table sugar (sucrose). For more information about this and other sweeteners, please visit the Sweeteners page in the What's Inside section.
Sucrose Acetate Isobutyrate is a pale, straw colored liquid.
Sugar is the common name for table sugar or sucrose which is made up of the two simple sugars glucose and fructose. General term used to describe simple sugars which are types of carbohydrates.
Sulfites are a class of sulfur containing compounds
Sulfur Dioxide is sulfur containing gas that dissolves in water.
Sunflower Lecithin is a mixture of phospholipids extracted from sunflower seeds.
Sunflower Oil is extracted from sunflower seeds. It is a combination of monounsaturated and polyunsaturated fats with low saturated fat levels and is light in taste and appearance. Expeller-Pressed Sunflower Oil is physically pressed from sunflower seeds, NOT chemically extracted.
Sunflower Seeds are seeds of the sunflower plant Helianthus annuus.
Sweet Potato is a root vegetable that is large, starchy and sweet-tasting. It is a dicotyledonous plant that belongs to the family Convolvulaceae. Dried Sweet Potatoes are sweet potatoes that have had the liquid removed (dehydrated).
Sweet Potato Puree is crushed Sweet Potato.
Sweetened Condensed Milk is cows milk sweetened with milk that has had water removed (condensed)
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Tamarind is the fruit of the tropical tree Tamarindus indica.
Tamarind Juice is the liquid contained in Tamarinds. Tamarind Juice Concentrate is the concentrated (liquid removed) form of Tamarind Juice.
Tangerine Extract is a concentrated form of tangerine.
Tangerine Juice is the liquid contained in tangerines, a variety of mandarin orange with a deep-reddish-yellow color and segments that are easily separated.
Tapioca is a starchy substance extracted from a root plant, similar to a sweet potato or ginger.
Tapioca Dextrin is created by the breakdown of tapioca starch. Tapioca starch is obtained from the root of the cassava plant.
Tapioca Syrup is a starchy syrup extracted from a root plant, similar to a sweet potato or ginger. Tapioca Syrup Solids are made from dried Tapioca Syrup.
Tartaric Acid is an organic acid found in many plants including grapes.
Taurine is an amino acid which is one of the building blocks for making protein in the body. It is commonly found in meat, poultry, eggs, dairy products and fish.
Tea comes from the camellia sinenis plant. Brewed Tea is made by steeping Tea in hot water. Instant Tea, also called Tea Powder, is Brewed Tea that has been dehydrated and granulated or powdered so that it dissolves quickly in water. Typically tea refers to black tea, as it is the most common type of tea. Black tea differs from other types due to the process of drying and aging, which results in a richer flavor than other teas.
Tertiary Butylhydroquinone (TBHQ) is an aromatic compound which is a type of phenol
Thiamine (Vitamin B1) is one of the B-Vitamins. It is water soluble and essential for carbohydrate metabolism. Thiamin Mononitrate is a synthetic form of Thiamin.
Thyme is an aromatic herb from the plant Thymus vulgaris.
Titanium Dioxide is a mineral often used as a white pigment in food coloring.
Toasted Corn Germ is the toasted germ of corn.
Tocopherols (or Tocopheryl) are a form of Vitamin E. They are derived from vegetable oils.
Tomato Lycopene Extract (Color) consists of tomato oil in which lycopene together with a number of other constituents that occur naturally in tomato, are dissolved and dispersed.
Tomato Paste is made of tomatoes that have been concentrated into a paste.
Tomatoes are the edible, often red, fruit of the plant Solanum lycopersicum. Dried Tomatoes are tomatoes that have had the liquid removed (dehydrated). Tomato Powder is Dried Tomato that has been ground into a powder.
Torula Yeast is a single-celled living organism in the fungi family. Bakers and Brewers yeast are from the saccaromyces form.
Treated Water is water that has gone through one or more processes, such as filtration, ozonation or reverse osmosis to remove impurities and improve taste.
Tricalcium Phosphate is a source of phosphorus that also provides the essential mineral calcium.
Tripotassium Phosphate is a potassium salt of phosphate
Turmeric is a yellow colored spice from a plant in the ginger family.
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Unsweetened Chocolate is solid chocolate made with just cocoa solids and cocoa butter.
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Vanilla Extract is a concentrated material made from vanilla plants.
Vanilla Flavor is a flavor that tastes like vanilla.
Vanillin is the primary component of the extract of the vanilla bean, which is often synthetized for commercial use.
Vegetable Juice is the liquid contained in vegetables. Vegetable Juice Concentrate is the concentrated (liquid removed) form of Vegetable Juice.
Vegetable Juice Concentrate (color) is concentrated juice made from vegetables that is used to provide color.
Vegetable Oil is a triglyceride extracted from a plant.
Vegetable oil that is solid at room temperature
Vinegar is a liquid consisting mainly of acetic acid and water.
Vitamin A is a fat-soluble vitamin necessary for cell growth and healthy skin. Food sources include dark leafy vegetables, eggs, orange and yellow fruits and vegetables.
Vitamin A Palmitate is a supplemental form of Vitamin A.
Vitamin B1, also known as Thiamine, is a water soluble vitamin that is essential for carbohydrate metabolism.
Vitamin B12, also known as Cyanocobalamin, is important for a wide number of functions in the body including metabolism, the formation of red blood cells, and the maintenance of the central nervous system. It is found in many foods including eggs, meat, poultry, shellfish, milk, and milk products.
Vitamin B2, also known as Riboflavin, is a water-soluble vitamin that is important for body growth and red blood cell production and helps in releasing energy from the foods a person eats. It is found in dairy products, meats, poultry, and fish.
Vitamin B3, also known as Niacin, is a water soluble vitamin that helps the body process protein and fats and maintain a healthy nervous system, skin and digestion. It is normally found in peanuts, beans and whole grain breads or cereals.
Vitamin B6, also known as Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, is a water soluble vitamin that performs a wide variety of functions in the body. It is found in many foods including beans, nuts, legumes, eggs, meats, fish and whole grains.
Vitamin B9, also known as Folate, is found in many foods including dark green leafy vegetables, oranges, fruits, rice, brewer’s yeast, beans, asparagus, soybeans and soy flour. It can also be produced synthetically in which case it is called Folic Acid.
Vitamin C, also known as Ascorbic Acid, is involved in tissue repair and several other metabolic functions. It is found in many fruits and vegetables including citrus and potatoes.
Vitamin D is a fat-soluble vitamin that is found in food and can also be made in your body after exposure to sun. It helps the body maintain normal blood levels of calcium and phosphorus. By promoting calcium absorption, vitamin D also helps to form and maintain strong bones. The two dietary forms are Vitamin D2 (ergocalciferol) and D3 (cholecalciferol).
Vitamin D3 is a fat-soluble vitamin that is found in food and can also be made in your body after exposure to sun. Helps to maintain normal blood levels of calcium and phosphorus. By promoting calcium absorption, vitamin D helps to form and maintain strong bones. Vitamin D3 comes in several forms.
Vitamin E is a fat-soluble vitamin that exists in 8 different forms. Each form has different potencies or functional uses in the body.
Vitamin K is a fat-soluble vitamin that helps with blood clotting. It is found in cabbage, spinach, broccoli, cauliflower, green leafy vegetables, and canola, soybean and olive oils.
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Walnuts are the nut of any tree of the genus Juglans, particularly the Persian or English walnut, Juglans regia.
Water is transparent, odorless, tasteless liquid. A compound of hydrogen and oxygen 11.188 % hydrogen and 88.812% oxygen by weight.
Watermelon Flavor is a flavor that tastes like watermelon.
Watermelon juice is the liquid contained in watermelons. Clarified Watermelon Juice is Watermelon Juice that has been filtered to remove pulp and improve consistency. Watermelon Juice Concentrate is the concentrated (liquid removed) form of Watermelon Juice. Watermelon Juice from Concentrate is Watermelon Juice Concentrate that has been reconstituted (water added back).
Wheat is a cereal grain from the genus Triticum. Pearled Wheat has been processed to remove its hull. Whole Grain Wheat contains all three parts of the kernel (bran, germ and endosperm). Wheat Flour is finely ground Wheat. Bleached Wheat Flour has been processed to appear whiter.
Wheat Gluten is gluten derived from wheat. Hydrolyzed Wheat Gluten is Wheat Gluten that has been broken down into its component amino acids.
Wheat Protein is protein derived from Wheat. Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein
Wheat Starch is made from the endosperm (fleshy, starchy part) of the wheat. Modified Wheat Starch is made by treating Wheat Starch to break the starch into shorter chains of sugar molecules. It is a polysaccharide, meaning it is made up of many simple sugars that are linked together by chemical bonds to form a long chain of sugar molecules.
Wheatgrass is a cereal grain.
Wheatgrass Juice is the liquid contained in wheatgrass, a cereal grass.
Whey is the liquid that remains after milk has been curdled and strained. Whey Powder is dehydrated (liquid removed) Whey.
Whey Mineral Concentrate is a concentrated form of whey protein. The concentrate is greater than 80% protein.
Whey Protein is one of the two major groups of proteins found in milk (the other is casein). It is a highly digestible source of protein. Whey Protein Crisp is ready to eat, dried and puffed Whey Protein. Whey Protein Concentrate is a concentrated form of Whey Protein. The concentrate is greater than 80% protein. Whey Protein Isolate is a processed form of whey protein. It is greater than 90% protein. Whey Protein Hydrolysate is a form of Whey Protein that has undergone hydrolysis, which is the process of adding water to a substance to allow for the protein to be broken down further and metabolized easier.
White grain sorghum is derived from a cereal grain crop.
White Grape Juice is the liquid contained in white grapes. White Grape Juice Concentrate is the concentrated (liquid removed) form of White Grape Juice. White Grape Juice from Concentrate is White Grape Juice Concentrate that has been reconstituted (water added back).
White and black pepper originate from the same plant, however the timing of harvesting determines the final product. A black peppercorn is picked when still green and dried in the sun until it turns black. A white peppercorn ripens fully on the vine before it is picked.
White Tea comes from the camellia sinenis plant. It differs from other types in that it is made from young tea leaves that are minimally aged and dried.
White Wine Vinegar is vinegar made from white wine.
Whole Grain Oats are oat grains that contain all three parts of the kernel (bran, germ and endosperm).
Whole Grain Rolled Oats are made from groats which are steamed, rolled and uncut.
Whole Grain Rolled Rye is a member of the wheat tribe (Triticeae) and is closely related to barley (genus Hordeum) and wheat (Triticum).
Whole Grain Steel Cut Oats are groats that are cut, but not rolled. They require a longer cooking time and have a distinctive chewy texture. Also known as Scotch Oats, Pinhead Oats (in Great Britain) or Irish Oatmeal.
Whole Grains are grains that contain all three parts of the kernel (bran, germ and endosperm).
Whole Oats are Oat grains that contains all three parts of the kernel (bran, germ and endosperm).
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Yeast is a single-celled organism in the fungi family. Hydrolyzed Yeast is Yeast that has been broken down into it's component amino acids.
Yeast Extract is a food additive made from concentrated yeast. Contains Glutamate but does NOT contain MSG (mono sodium glutamate).
Yeast Protein is protein derived from yeast. Hydrolyzed Yeast Protein is Yeast Protein that has been broken down into its component amino acids.
Yellow 5, also known as Tartrazine, is an FD&C approved color.
Yellow 6, also known as Sunset Yellow, is an FD&C approved color.
Yellow Pea Flour is yellow peas that have been roasted and ground into a flour. Yellow peas are a more mature form of green peas.
Yerba Mate Extract is a concentrated material made from yerba mate leaves. Yerba Mate is a widely cultivated, medium sized evergreen tree. The leaves have been used for many years to make common beverages and are a source of polyphenols and caffeine.
Yogurt is produced by bacterial fermentation of milk. Dried Yogurt is yogurt that has had the liquid removed (dehydrated).
Yucca Extract is a concentrated material made from the yucca plant.
Yumberry Flavor is a flavor that tastes like yumberries.
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Zinc salt of gluconic acid.
Zinc Methionine Sulfate is a zinc supplement that is easy for the body to absorb.
Zinc Oxide is a source of zinc.
Zinc sulfate is an inorganic compound.
