What additional substances do foods contain?

The composition of food products includes water, proteins (lipids), fats (lipids), carbohydrates (polysaccharides), vitamins and mineral (ash) substances. Proteins, fats and carbohydrates are essential for the growth and development of the body. Vitamins and minerals are components of enzymes, hormones, etc. Additional substances in food include food additives – substances of various origins that are added to change the properties of food.



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