Applications of ascorbic acid in food and beverage, health and nutrition, manufacturing and industry, medicines, personal care products and agriculture.
Ascorbic acid, also known as vitamin C or L-ascorbic acid, is an antioxidant.
Ascorbic acid is found in plants and foods such as citrus fruits, tomatoes
and green vegetables. It is also used in the development of photography and
some specialized scientific programs.
Ascorbic acid is a nutrient that
the human body needs in small amounts to function and stay healthy.
Antioxidants, ascorbic acid, can help prevent cell damage caused by free
radicals, stable molecules that can damage cells. Ascorbic acid is a
water-soluble vitamin that is used to grow and repair body tissues. It is
essential for the formation of collagen, skin, tendons, ligaments and blood
vessels, as well as wound healing and the repair and preservation of cartilage,
bones and teeth.
Ascorbic acid is primarily used as an antioxidant that can have many benefits for food products. Reducing the oxidation rate preserves the color and freshness. Low pH of ascorbic acid can help prevent microbial growth, thereby preventing shedding and maintaining freshness. For these reasons, ascorbic acid is a natural active ingredient preservative. It is used as a preservative in a wide range of food products, including jams and jellies, sauces, candies and sprays. The taste of ascorbic acid should not be overlooked. Like any acid, it tastes good in tarts, which boosts many foods. Candy, jam, jelly and fruit juices are often used for this flavor, which gives the consumer a distinct harvest of fresh fruit.
In bakeries, ascorbic acid is used as an additive, which is either added directly to the flour by the mill or added to the dough by the dough itself. By doing this:
• Gluten is boosted.
• Larger breads and breads are not easily crushed.
• Reduces the thickness of the shell.
• Baking bread is faster.
The use of ascorbic acid in an industrial bakery can lead to higher yields, reduced production time and greater buyer satisfaction (longer shelf life, reduced number of loaves of bread during transportation).
When the fruit is exposed to oxygen, the oxidation process begins and causes the fruit to turn brown. Fruits that turn brown should be discarded or may be rejected by buyers. The use of ascorbic acid in these environments slows down the oxidation process due to its low pH. Ascorbic acid is used as a preservative for natural ingredients, can prevent browning, reduce the risk of mold and other microbial growth, and ultimately preserve and keep the product fresh.
Similar to the use of ascorbic acid in fruit processing, the main use of ascorbic acid in meat environments is to prevent oxidation. When the meat is oxidized, it starts to brown. While this meat is generally safe to eat, many supermarkets, restaurants, butchers and other meat shops do not accept it in this situation. The use of ascorbic acid as a preservative delays the oxidation process and makes the meat look fresh and more attractive to consumers.
When processing beverages such as fruit juices, the fruits are crushed, squeezed, kneaded and filtered. Unfortunately, this severe process destroys many of the vitamin C in fruits. The main selling point that consumers are looking for when buying fruit juice. Manufacturers of fruit juices and other beverage products may use ascorbic acid in their products as a natural additive. This acid is used to renew or improve the overall nutritional value of the drink without affecting its taste.
Chlorine water purifiers use water sources to kill bacteria. While it effectively neutralizes bacteria and keeps water safe from drinking, the chlorine solution that is drained to purify water can poison toxins and disrupt aquatic life. The most popular ‘passive’ chlorination method is to put water in an open container and wait for the air and sunlight to naturally remove the chlorine over time. This method is time consuming in a large scale operation and is not possible.
Applications of ascorbic acid is an effective chemical method for neutralizing chlorine that is most commonly used, it is more effective and much safer than other chemical chlorination methods using sulfur based chemicals. The use of ascorbic acid in combination with sodium ascorbate for this purpose makes chlorinated water safe enough to be released into rivers without the impact of the environment.
The most common and popular vitamin C is
through supplements. These supplements are often in powder or tablet form and
are used to protect cells, maintain healthy skin and increase recovery time
from colds, flu and other similar ailments.
With more people becoming aware
of health and more cost-effective solutions, the use of vitamin C supplements
has greatly increased. It also helps prevent and treat scurvy. Ascorbic acid can
help the human body fight bacterial infections and help form collagen, an
important protein in fibrous tissue, teeth, bones, skin and capillaries.
Cosmetics and other personal care products may contain less ascorbic acid, such as calcium ascorbate, magnesium ascorbate, magnesium ascorbate phosphate, sodium ascorbate and ascorbyl sodium ascorbyl phosphate, which act as antioxidants to slow down the final product. They are caused by exposure to air and also to control the pH of the product. The main use of ascorbic acid in the skin is to remove pigment. This is done by suppressing melanin formation and thus inhibiting pigment.
The use of ascorbic acid in these products causes:
• Antioxidant properties are released in free radicals.
Stimulating collagen synthesis that can minimize the visible sign of wrinkles.
• Lightening of the skin due to its function and melanin inhibitor.
• Contribute to the effectiveness and stability of antioxidants (often vitamin E used in formulations.)
• Anti-inflammatory function
Applications of ascorbic acid is used in a wide range of industrial and manufacturing applications, including as a developing and maintenance factor in photo production and. Scientists are also using ascorbic acid in fluorescence microscopy, an essential tool for understanding cell biology. In this software, ascorbic acid helps increase fluorescence and makes cells more visible to researchers. In the manufacture of plastics, ascorbic acid helps to cause the chemical reaction of plastics. This acid is used in the synthetic polymer industry, optical processing and metal technology.
Corbic acid increases seed germination, plant growth and root growth in cuttings. Plants such as lettuce, celery, spinach and roses with ascorbic acid or sodium ascorbate, these plants are also more resistant to ozone damage and exposure to smoke. Fruit trees or shrubs simultaneously mature with a solution of ascorbic acid, making the fruit more easily harvested by mechanical harvesting. In some cases, ascorbic acid is used to improve plant defense techniques for attack by disease agents.
Animals with viral infections, such as dogs and cats, have responded to treatment with high levels of ascorbic acid. Swallowing or chewable tablets are used to prepare a wide range.
This article tries to show the uses of ascorbic acid. Ascorbic acid, or vitamin C, is found in some plants and fruits. A pleasant-tasting acid that is most commonly used because of its pleasant taste. Used in food industries such as bakery, beverages, candy, canned food. It can be used in medicines, skin care products, water purification, agriculture, etc.