Food additive E404, also known as calcium alginate, is a compound derived from brown seaweeds. It is widely used in the food industry due to its properties as a thickener, stabilizer, and gelling agent.
Calcium alginate is considered a safe food additive and is approved for use in the food industry in most countries.
It is not absorbed by the body and is naturally excreted.
Calcium alginate is an acceptable additive for the keto diet, as it does not contain carbohydrates and does not affect blood sugar levels.
It can be used to create keto-friendly recipes where thickeners or gelling agents are needed. For example, in keto desserts and sauces.
