Calcium ascorbate (E302) is a food additive and also an antioxidant that has been widely used in the food industry. This substance is required to prevent deterioration of the product intended for end use, as well as to prevent its oxidation. In addition, it helps to prevent the appearance of bitterness.
In addition to the above tasks, food antioxidants are also used to make oils and fats. The calcium s alt of ascorbic acid as an additive has been approved for use on the territory of the Russian Federation since 2011.
What is a substance?
Calcium ascorbate (E302) is produced as a white or light yellow crystalline powder. The substance is obtained by isolating ascorbic acid and slaked lime from acid, thus it is a union of vitamin C and calcium. By the way, the leading state inThe manufacturer of food additive E302 today is China.
An antioxidant is widespread not only as a food supplement, but also as a dietary supplement, which is widely used in addition to the main therapy.
The chemical formula of calcium ascorbate is (C6H7O6) 2Ca.
Allowed or prohibited additive?
Antioxidant approved for use in most countries. It is completely safe for the body. On the contrary, it can be said that it brings great benefits. Which is better: calcium ascorbate or ascorbic acid? Let's take a closer look.
Today, a food antioxidant is entering the Russian market not as an additive, but as a composition of biologically active substances intended for direct intake with food, as a source of vitamin C.
Calcium ascorbate is a form of ascorbic acid that has a milder effect on the mucous membrane of the stomach and intestines, therefore it is absolutely safe for he alth. In fact, a food supplement is a complex of vitamin C and calcium, which, in the presence of the former, is better absorbed by the human body. In addition, the calcium s alt of ascorbic acid has a positive effect on capillaries, as well as on the absorption of many minerals.
The substance regulates the formation of important hormones, helps to quickly heal wounds and regenerate the skin, is successfully used for preventive purposes - to prevent diseases of the mucous membranes of the oral cavity and visual organs, eliminates the negative impact of bad ecology. Before taking the druga medical professional should be consulted.
How is the substance obtained?
Food antioxidant is synthesized in scientific laboratories from ascorbic acid and slaked lime. In addition, calcium ascorbate is also found in wildlife: in the body of certain animals and plants.
Recommended Daily Value for Vitamin C
The need for this substance increases during pregnancy and in the presence of nicotine addiction. In these situations, the amount of the drug is increased by thirty percent.
The daily intake of calcium s alt of ascorbic acid for an adult is fifteen milligrams per kilogram of body weight. Food antioxidant does not cause overdose.
Excess of this substance is excreted by the body, breaking it down to ethanedioic acid.
Pros and cons of calcium ascorbate
This substance is now more commonly found in dietary supplement form.
This is an excellent substitute for pure ascorbic acid, as the dietary antioxidant has a more gentle effect on the stomach and intestines.
The positive side of calcium ascorbate is its ability to increase the body's immunity. In addition, the food supplement E302 is involved in the production of certain hormones and in the regulation of the absorption of s alts and vitamins. And also the nutritional supplement has a positive effect on the possibilityovercoming the harmful effects of the environment.
Antioxidant takes an active part in the formation of connective and bone tissues. And the calcium s alt of ascorbic acid helps to speed up the restoration of damaged skin, prevents damage to the mucous membranes in the body.
Food industry applications
The antioxidant E302 has found its place in the food industry. So, for example, it is used as a substance that suppresses the reproduction of microorganisms in products when preserving vegetables, fruits and broths. In addition, calcium ascorbate is added to meat products.
Calcium s alt of ascorbic acid plays the role of an antioxidant and color stabilizer. It is also thanks to this component that baked goods are filled with vitamin C.
In addition, calcium ascorbate is widely used in medicine to strengthen bone tissue in rickets, sciatica, scoliosis, bone damage, fractures and persistent back pain. Antioxidant helps to restore the skin with dermatitis, acne, boils and peeling.
