Can citric acid be eaten directly? How much food won't harm the human body?

Answer: Citric acid can be eaten directly. As for the dosage varies from person to person, it can only be said that it is moderate drinking. Citric acid should be added to fruit juice or other drinks first, and it is advisable to dilute it to no more than the normal acidity of citrus fruits.

Reason: Because citric acid is a common organic acid, it widely exists in sour fruits, such as citrus/lemon, and it is also the main source of sour taste in these fruits. Citric acid has the function of sterilization/convergence, and it is beneficial for normal people to eat citric acid in moderation.

Taboo: Citric acid is irritating to gastric mucosa, and people with bad stomach should try not to eat or eat less.