"You are amazing, this has saved me so much time when grocery shopping!"
— Austin, a user who reached out with feedback
"It's been a great tool since starting my journey! You take a pic of the nutrition/ingredients, and it'll warn you of anything questionable or not vegan. 😁"
— Ashe, a Vegan For Beginners Facebook Group member
"Use a vegan app when you go shopping, I use WhatsVegan."
— Dóra, a Vegan For Beginners Facebook Group member
So, what is альгінат натрію?
Sodium alginate, also known as "альгінат натрію" in Ukrainian, is a natural polysaccharide derived from brown seaweed that is widely used in the food industry. It has a unique ability to turn liquids into gels, making it a popular ingredient in molecular gastronomy and the production of foods such as jelly, ice cream, and yogurt. In addition to its gelling properties, sodium alginate is also used as a thickener and emulsifier in various food products. Its versatility and natural origin make it a popular choice for both industrial and home cooks looking to add texture and flavor to their dishes.
We've built a vegan ingredients scanner that classifies food ingredients as "vegan", "non-vegan", or "potentially vegan".
It allows you to avoid non-vegan ingredients - just take a picture of a product's ingredient list, and the app tells you if the product is vegan or not.