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Why are acids in food safe to eat?
The acids found in foods, such as citric acid and lactic acid, are safe to eat because they are components of the foods, and the foods are safe to eat.
Which acid is safe enough to preserve food 1.dilute hydrochloric acid 2. dilute sulphuric acid 3. dilute ethanoic acid 4. concentratec ethanoic acid?
Dilute ethanoic acid (vinegar) is safe enough to preserve food. It is commonly used in pickling and canning processes. Dilute hydrochloric acid and dilute sulphuric acid are not suitable for preserving food as they are too strong and can be harmful if ingested. Concentrated ethanoic acid is also not recommended for food preservation due to its high concentration and potential toxicity.
Why does pickling help preserve food?
Pickling adjusts the PH level of the foods being canned to make them safe. Low PH level foods have vinegar added to them in specific amounts to raise the acid level.
What acid is safe enough preserve foods?
the answer is dilute sulphuric acid... thats what everyone says
Is lactic acid safe to eat?
Yes, lactic acid is safe to eat in small amounts. It is a natural acid found in many fermented foods and is commonly used as a food additive.
How is Malic acid connected with food?
It is contained in some foods.... But is it safe for human intake?
Does tea cause uric acid?
No coffee is one of the purine safe foods that Gout sufferers can imbibe in.
Is it safe to drink acid?
Never drink or even touch a strong acid or base.That said, people drink mild acids every day.Some acids you probably have drunk already, e. g. citric acid is in fruit juices and soft drinks. Acetic acid is the main component (5-10%) in vinegar.Stronger and more concentrated acid solutions, pH below 3, can be harmful or even toxic. A lot of acids are toxic anyhow!
Is there a safe and health diet for someone with heartburn?
Certain foods can aggravate your heartburn symptoms, and when planning your acid reflux diet, it's best to limit or avoid completely those foods and drinks that result in acid reflux. There are some foods that have little or no potential for causing heartburn.
Which kinds of foods are safe for me to eat so I don't have a bad reaction?
Spicy foods usually cause most people to have acid reflux. Greasy and fatty foods also cause people to have acid reflux. Try eliminating those from your diet for a few days and see if that helps any.
Why are acids in foods safe?
Because they are not very strong, and your body can withstand a certain amount of acid. Your stomach doesn't care about acid in food because it's full of very strong acid called bile already.
What kind of diet should someone with acid reflux eat?
People with acid reflux should avoid caffeine, greasy food, grains, sweets and acidic foods. Alcohol can also trigger heartburn, so it should be avoided. About.com has a heartburn section that includes charts listing foods to be avoided, foods to eat with discretion and foods that are safe.
