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Sodium benzoate is a common food preservative and can be commonly found in the ingredient list of carbonated beverages. Carbonated beverages also contain phosphoric acid and are highly acidic. Explain why using the term 'sodium benzoate' is not a completely accurate representation of what is in the beverage
Carbonated beverages contain sodium benzoate as one of its ingredients and also contains phosphoric acid which is good for health in a limited amount. Too much of phosphoric acid can cause problems. The excessive amount of phosphoric acid in food stuff may increase the risk for osteoporosis and heart disease. 700mg of phosphoric is enough for a normal human body.
Phosphoric acid found in following beverages:
Grape fruit drink
Cola drink
Orange Drink
Raspberry Drink
Soda water and so more.
Since beverage is a mixture of so many compounds like phosphoric acid, sodium benzoate, carbonic acid, water, carbon dioxide etc. So the term sodium benzoate is not a completely accurate representation of what is in the beverage. Sodium benzoate in beverages inhibits the growth of bacteria, yeast, and molds.