Food Product Name Name(s)

Introduction Describe the food product you chose. Include a picture

Nutrition Label Describe the nutritional value of the food product Include a picture of the nutrition label

Ingredients List the ingredients, or include a picture of the ingredients portion of the label Highlight or underline the ingredient you chose to focus on

Highlighted Ingredient Common name Chemical name Chemical formula List the elements in the compound Molecular weight Source of the ingredient (naturally occurring, made in a lab, or other) Purpose of the ingredient in the food product (flavoring, coloring, vitamin, sweetener, etc.) Does the ingredient have uses outside of the food industry?

Ingredient Safety Conduct research online to determine if your ingredient is safe for human consumption If you find conflicting reports present evidence from both sides of the argument Give your opinion on whether or not you think it is safe based on the evidence. Are you going to continue to buy and consume this food product?

Resources List websites you used to find your information