30 10, 2017

The ADA Discussion

Yoga mat particles in our food!? That’s how the additive azodicarbonamide (ADA) made a splash on the news a while ago—it’s also used to make rubber. Some countries and now food producers are pulling the ingredient from formulas. Still, the FDA gives ADA a GRAS (generally recognized as safe) status, and up to 45 ppms can be [...]

24 10, 2017

The Food Industry is Trying to Kill You

How many of you have heard that bread contains an ingredient also used to make yoga mats? When rumors about food additives and preservatives start circulating, consumers don’t often check the science or FDA guidelines for verification. More and more, consumers are educating themselves using the internet and peer-to-peer discussions on food ingredients. Those of [...]

21 06, 2017

Pitching a Loaf Podcast S1E11 Cleaning Up Your Label and Baking Organically

There’s no question about it: consumers want a cleaner and simpler label. Although many chemicals have GRAS (Generally Regarded As Safe) status from the FDA, people want them out of bread. But don’t worry bakers! There are natural alternatives out there to make your bread delicious as ever! Dr. Lin Carson asks co-host Dave Dahl [...]

10 06, 2015

Glucose Oxidase

Glucose Oxidase Also known as GOX, Beta-D-glucose:oxygen 1-oxido-reductase What is Glucose Oxidase? Glucose oxidase, or simply GOX, is a type of enzyme which belongs to the group of oxidoreductases. It has extensive application in the food industry. GOX has become a part of flour improver mixes and dough conditioners. It is a [...]

9 06, 2015

Potassium Bromate

Potassium Bromate What is Potassium Bromate? Potassium bromate, KBrO3, is a dough conditioner and oxidizing agent. It causes flour maturation and strengthens the gluten network. So, it helps with gas retention and product volume. Recently, it’s use has been reduced and replaced by SSL, CSL, ADA and clean label solutions, such as [...]

7 06, 2015

Ascorbic Acid

Ascorbic Acid Also known as vitamin C or dehydroascorbic acid (baking industry) What is Ascorbic Acid? Ascorbic acid, also known as vitamin C, is an essential nutrient found in citrus fruits and many vegetables. It is used as wheat flour improver in yeast-leavened baked goods to help increase the volume of bread [...]

10 12, 2012

Oxidizing Agents

Oxidizing Agents What are Oxidizing Agents? Oxidizing agents, or oxidizers, are used to improve the mixing and dividing properties of bread dough. They enhance gluten reformation, which helps control dough strength and elasticity. Used as dough conditioners, oxidizing agents are a necessity in the high-speed production of bread. Origin The [...]

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