"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 modifierad stärkelse?
Modifierad stärkelse is a Swedish term that refers to a modified starch commonly used in food production as a thickener, stabilizer, and emulsifier. It is derived from various sources such as corn, potato, and tapioca, and is chemically modified to enhance its functional properties. The modification process alters the starch molecules' structure, resulting in improved heat and acid resistance, reduced viscosity, and increased solubility. Modifierad stärkelse is widely used in the food industry to improve the texture and consistency of products such as sauces, soups, bakery goods, and processed meats. It is a versatile ingredient that contributes to the quality and shelf life of many food products.
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.