Is Gelatin Vegetarian?

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Gelatin comes from the skin, cartilage, and bones of animals.

Gelatin and the Vegetarian Diet

Gelatin is a translucent, colorless, and flavorless substance derived from collagen obtained from various animal body parts, including skin, cartilage, and bones. It is widely used in the food industry to thicken or stabilize products such as jellies, desserts, and marshmallows. Gelatin is valued for its ability to form a gel-like texture when dissolved in hot water and cooled.

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Foods That Commonly Contain Gelatin

Jelly desserts
Marshmallows
Gummy candies
Yogurt
Ice cream
Some cream cheeses

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