Product Description: Real Food Sprouting Aid Good Salt Substitute Natural Preservative Vegetarian-Vegan If you are interested in sprouting, you are already familiar with citric acid, a natural preservative commonly found in citrus fruits, such as lemons and limes. Citric acid helps prevent mold and other bacteria growth that commonly occurs when sprouting in jars due to high temperatures and humidity. It is also used in canning vegetables and fruits. You are what you eat. NOW Real Food has been producing delicious, healthy, natural, organic foods since 1968. We are an independent, family-owned company and are very proud of that. Natural. Keep it real.
How to Use: Citric acid is a food grade acid that is now found in many natural foods. Add 1 tsp per quart of water to soak and rinse to reduce spoilage during sprouting. Citric acid is also beneficial in canning, drying and freezing foods. It is used to preserve vitamin C content, delay spoilage and prevent discoloration. Use 1 tsp per quart of water or juice, essential for fruits and vegetables.
