Fillers

Fillers increase the volume of food without increasing its energy value. They have specific effects and are therefore only used in a few groups of food products. Since they have almost zero effect on the energy value, they are often added to low-calorie foods.

Fillers often also fulfill another function, for example as an emulsifier, stabilizer or thickener.

We divide them into:

  • natural
  • semi-synthetic and synthetic

What fillers can we encounter in the food industry?

In what foods can we find fillers?

  • sweets
  • chewing gums
  • low calorie foods

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Are fillers in food safe for us?

If you only consume fillers in the permitted amount, you are not in any danger.

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