Ingredient
Modified Potato Starch
What is Modified Potato Starch?
Modified potato starch is starch extracted from potatoes that has been physically, enzymatically, or chemically altered to improve its properties. It is typically processed to enhance stability against heat, acid, and time.
This ingredient is commonly used as a thickening agent in various foods. It helps improve the thickness and texture of products like sauces, soups, and baked goods. The health evidence on modified potato starch is relatively neutral, with no strong associations with negative health effects in typical consumption levels.
It's labeled as a 'modified' starch to indicate the physical or chemical treatment it has undergone, which is different from genetically modified organisms (GMOs).
Commonly found in: sauces, soups, bakery products, snack foods, ready meals
Modified potato starch is approved by the FDA for use in food products and is considered Generally Recognized as Safe (GRAS).
Research shows that modified potato starch is safe for consumption and effective as a food thickener, with no significant health concerns at typical use levels.
Modified potato starch is plant-derived, making it suitable for vegan diets.
Sources: Generally Recognized as Safe (GRAS) Notice Inventory
Scout's take
Modified potato starch acts as a thickener and stabilizer, commonly used in processed foods without major health implications.
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