E528 MAGNESIUM HYDROXIDE
Magnesium hydroxide Mg (OH) 2 is a compound used as a food additive for its function as an acidity regulator; in particular, it is a highly alkalizing additive. It is used in the production of cheese to improve the curd and as a stabilizer of vegetables during canning.
It can be contained in various foods, such as cheeses and canned vegetables.
It comes in the form of a white, odorless, coarse powder that is practically insoluble in water and ethanol.
This compound is also used in the medical field to treat certain pathologies (eg Maalox).
At the moment there are no known negative side effects on humans, so this additive is considered harmless (in Australia however it is prohibited). In high doses it produces a known laxative effect.
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