Tag: Wood cellulose

According to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA), purified wood cellulose is classified as "Generally Recognized As Safe" (GRAS) for human consumption. But despite this, public concern persists about finding an ingredient from wood in food products, especially since rumors about sawdust in shredded cheese went viral.

Did you know that humans cannot digest the cellulose that makes up most wood? Contrary to misconceptions, the answer to how much wood is safe to eat is virtually none in its raw, untreated form, as ingesting it can lead to significant health complications. This guide explores the dangers of ingesting untreated wood and clarifies its safe, limited presence as refined cellulose in some processed foods.