Very safe (E150a plain caramel). Glycaemic: high GI — relevant for diabetes management. No 4-MEI concern at Class I. See caramel color Phase 2 for Class III/IV concern.
Food-grade plain caramel sweetener and colourant (Class I, E150a). No 4-MEI concern with plain caramel (unlike ammonia-process Class III/IV). Used as sweetener and colour in food products.
Acts on cellular signalling pathways relevant to the documented clinical indications. Contains bioactive compounds with enzyme-modulating, receptor-binding, or antioxidant properties studied in peer-reviewed literature.
| Population | Safety rating | Max safe dose |
|---|---|---|
| General | Possibly safe | — |
| Pregnancy | Possibly safe | — |
| Elderly | Possibly safe | — |
No peer-reviewed clinical trial data found for this ingredient.
Data by supplement.ge — Public Health Institute of Georgia (PHIG)