Reposted from @molecule_of_the_day (@get_regrann) - Fumaric acid is a white solid with a fruit-like 🍎 taste. It is produced naturally in humans and almost all aerobic organisms as an intermediate in the citric acid cycle, which is a series of chemical reactions used to release energy stored in carbohydrates. Since 1946, fumaric acid has been used as a food 🥘 additive to regulate acidity, and is generally added to beverages 🍹, wheat tortillas and baking powder. Interestingly, fumaric acid can be used as medicine 💊 for the treatment of various skin disorders like psoriasis. Thanks 🙏 anonymous for the suggestion! The molecular structure was created using ChemDoodle. Do follow them at @ichemlabs! #fumaricacid #citriccycle #energy #food #additive #fruit #flavour #acidity #medicine #skin #psoriasis #photooftheday #chemistry #art #molecule - #regrann (en Time Traveler Technologies Ltd.) https://www.instagram.com/p/B3WJrNflGPN/?igshid=vjho3ldj9jbd