Vitamin C and vitamin E, BHA and BHT and sulfites are all
A
Antioxidants
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B
Flavor enhancers
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C
Antimicrobial agents
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D
Incidental food additives
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Solution
The correct option is A Antioxidants Vitamin C is an antioxidant, along with vitamin E, beta-carotene, and many other plant-based nutrients. Antioxidants block some of the damage caused by free radicals, substances that damage DNA. Butylated hydroxyanisole (BHA) and the related compound butylated hydroxytoluene (BHT) are phenolic compounds that are often added to foods to preserve fats. BHA and BHT are antioxidants. Oxygen reacts preferentially with BHA or BHT rather than oxidizing fats or oils, thereby protecting them from spoilage. Sulfites are inorganic salts that have antioxidant and preservative properties. They are used as food additives and help prevent enzymatic and nonenzymatic browning; control growth of microorganisms; act as bleaching agents, antioxidants, or reducing agents. Examples of sulfiting agents include sulfur dioxide, sodium sulfate, sodium and potassium bisulfites, and metabisulfites.