Natural Savory Flavors

Flavor compounds that impart umami or savory notes, often derived from yeasts, vegetables, or fermentation
Additives Flavoring Agents Research: Limited

Scientific Name

Various (source-specific compounds)

Classifications

Allergen-potential: moderate
Processing: various
Source: vegetables-fungi-fermentation
Type: mixed-source

Benefits

  • Improves palatability of supplements
  • Masks bitter or unpleasant tastes
  • Enhances consumer experience and compliance
  • May increase satisfaction with supplement regimen

Specific Properties

  • Includes yeast extracts, mushroom extracts, vegetable extracts
  • Rich in glutamates and nucleotides
  • Less commonly used in supplements than fruit/sweet flavors
  • May be used in protein supplements and savory formulations
  • Can mask metallic notes of certain minerals

Safety Notes

Generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA. Despite 'natural' designation, individual sensitivities and allergies are possible. Specific allergens must be declared on labels. May contain proprietary blends where exact components are not disclosed. Some natural flavors may contain trace amounts of propylene glycol, ethanol, or other solvents.

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A broad category of flavor additives derived from plant or animal sources that are used to enhance or impart taste in supplements and food products

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