Ingredient
Orange Juice Concentrate
What is Orange Juice Concentrate?
Orange Juice Concentrate is made by removing water content from freshly squeezed orange juice, resulting in a thick, syrupy liquid that is easier to transport and store. It is typically reconstituted with water before consumption.
This concentrate is used as a convenient source of orange juice in beverages and foods. Nutritionally, it retains most of the vitamins and minerals found in fresh orange juice, including vitamin C. While it's a natural product, the concentration process may slightly reduce some nutrient levels.
When it appears on a label, it usually indicates that the orange juice used in the product was reconstituted from concentrate rather than freshly squeezed.
Commonly found in: beverages, supplements, foods
What to watch
- It may contain added sugars or preservatives in some products.
Benefits
- It provides vitamin C and other nutrients found in orange juice.
Orange juice concentrate is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA.
Research shows most nutrients are retained, but some loss during processing is possible.
Orange juice concentrate is plant-derived and suitable for vegan diets.
Scout's take
Orange juice concentrate provides natural flavor and vitamin C, contributing to a more natural and beneficial ingredient profile.
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