Functions of Food Additives 2. Processing Aids – Improve consistency, add stability, aid oil and water mixtures, and retain moisture Gums (Algin, Carrageenan, Xanthan) Aluminum Calcium Silicate Benzoyol PeroxideFunctions of Food Additives 2. Processing Aids – Improve consistency, add stability, aid oil and water mixtures, and retain moisture Gums (Algin, Carrageenan, Xanthan) Aluminum Calcium Silicate Benzoyol Peroxide