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emulsifier

British

/ ɪˈmʌlsɪˌfaɪə /

noun

an agent that forms or preserves an emulsion, esp any food additive, such as lecithin, that prevents separation of sauces or other processed foods

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Should soy milk be in the same category as gummy bears or soda, simply because it’s made with an emulsifier?

From MarketWatch • Mar. 23, 2026

The food additive carrageenan -- also known as E 407 -- is used by the food industry as an emulsifier and thickening agent in numerous finished products.

From Science Daily • Nov. 27, 2024

"We observed significant associations between emulsifier intake and increased risk of cancer overall - and breast cancer notably - but also with cardiovascular diseases," she says.

From BBC • Jun. 5, 2023

Glutinous pasta water serves a similar purpose to an egg white in a drink, as an emulsifier of ingredients and to soften a drink’s harder edges.

From Seattle Times • Apr. 5, 2023

It is an emulsifier, breaking fats down into small separate particles, keeping blood cholesterol emulsified to prevent arterial deposits.

From How and When to Be Your Own Doctor by Solomon, Steve

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