MaggieB Posted March 11, 2013 Share Posted March 11, 2013 IS Calcium Carbonate allowed on the Whole30? It's in my individually wrapped organic apples. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moderators Tom Denham Posted March 11, 2013 Moderators Share Posted March 11, 2013 It is okay, but I would rather eat apples without it. According to Wikipedia: Calcium carbonate is a chemical compound with the formula CaCO3. It is a common substance found in rocks in all parts of the world, and is the main component of shells of marine organisms, snails, coal balls, pearls, and eggshells. Calcium carbonate is the active ingredient in agricultural lime, and is usually the principal cause of hard water. It is commonly used medicinally as a calcium supplement or as an antacid, but excessive consumption can be hazardous... Calcium carbonate is used in the production of toothpaste and has seen a resurgence as a food preservative and color retainer, when used in or with products such as organic apples or food.[18] Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MaggieB Posted March 11, 2013 Author Share Posted March 11, 2013 Thank you so much for all that wonderful detail. I'm easily trained!! and that sent up a red flag for me. When in doubt, huh?.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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