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E100 is a food additive approved by the European Union
(E.U.).
It is used as a natural colouring agent in food products, and may also be produced
artificially.
The common name for E100 is Curcumin.
E100 is derived from the root of the curcuma (turmeric)
herb. Its colour ranges from yellow to red, depending on the surrounding
pH. The curcuma herb is a member of the ginger family.
E100 has shown by some studies to have anti-carcinogic
and antioxidant properties.
Some research has indicated that E100 may interfere with the
HIV virus. Individuals subjected to very high concentrations have also shown
side effects of nausea and migraines.
Examples of food/drink products that may include E100:
Cheese, fish fingers, margarine, butter, biscuits and carbonated soft drinks.
Note(1) that the list of Food
Additives (E Numbers) included in this section and listed on the left
is subject to change as chemicals are added and/or removed by the EU
Regulatory Authorities. IvyRose cannot guarantee that this list complete.
Note(2) These numbers are also used in Australia and
New Zealand but without the E.
Government
approvals and other regulatory details are subject to change.
This entry was added in good faith on 31 July 2008. For current
details, check with relevant authorities.
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