What is modified food starch?
Modified food starch is made by physically, enzymatically, or chemically altering starch to change its inherent properties. In this instance, modified does not necessarily mean genetically mdofied, however, some modified starches are likely made from genetically modified ingredients. (1)
How is modified food starch produced?
The most common types of modified food starch are made from ingredients like corn, wheat, and tapioca. (1)
Unless it is derived from one of the top either allergens(in this case wheat), it is not required by law to be listed this way. (1)
What does modified food starch do?
Modified food starches are typically used as food additives for thickening, stabilizing, or emulsifying. (1)
What contains modified food starch?
Philadelphia Cheesecake No Bake Filling
What does modified food starch NOT contain?
gluten – unless wheat starch is used as a base (1)
Resources
1. https://www.bobsredmill.com/blog/healthy-living/modified-food-starch-demystified/
