Is erythorbic acid good for you?

Answer 1

Erythorbic acid, formerly known as isoascorbic acid and D-araboascorbic acid, is a stereoisomer of ascorbic acid (vitamin C).[1] It is a vegetable-derived food additive produced from sucrose. It is denoted by E number E315, and is widely used as an antioxidant in processed foods. Clinical trials have been conducted to investigate aspects of the nutritional value of erythorbic acid. One such trial investigated the effects of erythorbic acid on vitamin C metabolism in young women; no effect on vitamin C uptake or clearance from the body was found.[2] A later study found that erythorbic acid is a potent enhancer of nonheme-iron absorption.[3] http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Erythorbic_acid

Answer 2

from what I've researched, I've found that it is healthy. I don't know what the FDA says about it though. Where I found the answer at was on wiki answers, but the question was "what is erythrobic acid".

Answer 3

Erythorbic acid is a synthetic form of Vitamin C that is commonly used as a food preservative. It is generally recognized as safe by regulatory agencies when consumed in normal amounts. However, like any food additive, it is best to consume it in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

Answer 4

Erythorbate(sodium) is a food additive used mainly in meats and soft drinks. Chemically, it is the sodium salt of erythorbic acid.

Answer 5

Erythorbic acid is used in foods as antioxidant and preservative.