Minerals :- Phosphates
Food Source
Ubiquitous, animal products tend to be good sources
Nutritional Functional role
Essential nutrient: Deficiency is rare due to presence in virtually all foods.
Acidulent: H3PO4 in soft drinks.
Leavening acid: Ca(HPO4)2is a fast-acting leavening acid.
Moisture retention in meats: Sodium tripolyphosphate improves moisture retention in cured meats.
Emulsification aid: Phosphates are used to aid emulsification in comminuted meats and in processed cheeses.