Potassium Bicarbonate

Potassium Bicarbonate is an inorganic leavening agent and acidity regulator commonly used in baking and as a low-sodium salt replacer; it appears in some European and industrial food applications and is also labelled as E501. It is primarily used in small amounts to neutralize acids, adjust pH or provide potassium without adding sodium. As a mineral compound, Potassium Bicarbonate is notable for its potassium content — 39100mg per 100g — but because it’s used in very small quantities its direct contribution to meals is usually minor. It contains no calories, macronutrients or fiber and functions mainly as a functional ingredient rather than a nutritional food. From a health perspective, Potassium Bicarbonate can help reduce sodium intake when used instead of sodium-containing leavening agents or salt, but people who need to limit potassium (for example those with advanced kidney disease or taking certain blood-pressure medicines) should avoid excessive use or consult a clinician. Because it’s used sparingly in recipes, most consumers will not get large nutrient exposures from normal culinary use.Read more

Vegan · Lactose free · Gluten free · Ultra-processed · ~1.50€/100g