Food Additives, Adulterants and flavonoids

Food adulteration is the act of intentionally degrading the quality of food either by the addition of inferior substances or by the removal of some valuable ingredient.  Some of the reasons for food adulteration are no efficient food law and lack of government initiatives, Lack of knowledge and awareness of proper food consumption by general public.Flavonoids are a collection of natural elements that are found in fruits, vegetables, grains, bark, roots, stems, flowers, tea and wine. These natural products are healthy  which are known for their beneficial effects on health .Tea and wine are the major dietary sources of flavonoids . Leafy vegetables, onions, apples, berries, cherries, soybeans, and citrus fruits are considered an chief source of flavonoids Food additives are constituents added to food to preserve flavor or enhance taste, appearance. Some additives have been used for centuries as part of an effort to preserve food.Salt, sugar, and corn syrup are generally used additives in food in this country.