Comparing E330 - Citric acid vs E331II - Disodium citrate
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Is citric acid bad for you?
At typical food levels, citric acid (E330) is considered safe by major regulators (GRAS; EFSA/JECFA). Concentrated or frequent acidic exposure can irritate the mouth/stomach or contribute to tooth enamel erosion.
Where does the citric acid cycle occur?
In eukaryotic cells it occurs in the mitochondrial matrix; in bacteria it occurs in the cytosol.
What does citric acid do to your body?
It is a normal intermediate in energy metabolism and is readily metabolized to carbon dioxide and water. Citrate can bind minerals, which may enhance absorption of some and help prevent certain kidney stones by increasing urinary citrate.
Where does citric acid come from?
It occurs naturally in citrus fruits, but most food-grade citric acid is produced by fermenting sugars (e.g., from corn, beet, or cane) with Aspergillus niger.
How is citric acid made?
Industrially, sugars are fermented with Aspergillus niger to produce citric acid, then it is recovered and purified—often by precipitating calcium citrate and converting it back with sulfuric acid or via ion-exchange/crystallization.
Disodium hydrogen citrate syrup how to use?
This medicinal syrup contains disodium citrate (E331ii); use exactly as directed on the product label or by your clinician—typically measure the dose, dilute it in water, take after meals, and maintain good fluid intake.
Disodium hydrogen citrate how to use?
As a food additive (E331ii) it’s added by manufacturers to regulate acidity and emulsify (e.g., in processed cheese); as a medicine, take only per label or medical advice, usually diluted in water and taken after meals.
Disodium hydrogen citrate liquid how to use?
Follow the label: measure the dose, dilute in water, take after meals, and drink plenty of fluids; this differs from its use as a food additive (E331ii) in foods.
Disodium hydrogen citrate syrup for what purpose?
It’s used as a urinary alkalinizer to reduce urine acidity, easing burning urination and helping prevent uric-acid kidney stones; it does not treat infections.
Disodium hydrogen citrate syrup how many times?
Use only as directed on your product or by your clinician—many formulations are taken up to three times daily after meals, but do not exceed the labeled frequency and seek advice if symptoms persist or if you have kidney or sodium-restricted conditions.