Since the compound is a suitable solvent for many organic molecules, it is often used to bind cosmetics and fragrances. Other industrial uses include plasticizers, detergent bases and aerosol sprays. Because of the frequent dermal exposure of humans to the chemical, the question of toxicity is crucial. Several studies suggest that DEP can cause damage to the nervous system as well as to the reproductive organs in males and females.
What is a Sofrito? An essential seasoning in Cuban, Dominican Republican, Mexican, Puerto Rican and Spanish cuisines, sofrito is an aromatic blend of herbs and spices used to flavor beans, fish, meats, rice and stews. It is typically the base from which the rest of the recipe is built.uban sofrito is mild and made with onion, garlic, aji dulce and ham. It is not uncommon to also add these to ingredients to various sofritos (depending on the dish) â bay leaf, cilantro, cumin, tomato sauce and to bean dishes chorizo or salted pork.
Sorbitol (/ËsÉÉrbáµ»ËtÉl/), less commonly known as glucitol (/ËÉ¡luËsáµ»ËtÉl/), is a sugar alcohol with a sweet taste which the human body metabolizes slowly. It can be obtained by reduction of glucose, changing the aldehyde group to a hydroxyl group. Most sorbitol is made from corn syrup, but it is also found in apples, pears, peaches, and prunes. It is converted to fructose by sorbitol-6-phosphate 2-dehydrogenase.