Vanillin
Flavors + Colors
Questionable
Details
Definition
The flavor component of vanilla that is synthesized through natural or artificial extractions to create vanilla flavorings.
AKAs
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Health Impact
Can be extracted from either natural or artificial sources, so it is hard to tell if chemicals were used in the extraction of vanillin.
Sources
The Flavor Rundown: Natural vs. Artificial Flavors
http://sitn.hms.harvard.edu/flash/2015/the-flavor-rundown-natural-vs-artificial-flavors/