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 Benzoyl 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