From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia. Magnesium oxide (Mg O), or magnesia, is a white hygroscopic solid mineral that occurs naturally as periclase and is a source of magnesium (see also oxide). It has an empirical formula of Mg O and consists of a lattice of Mg 2+ ions and O 2â ions held together by ionic bonding.
Today, the main ingredients of Marmite manufactured in the UK are glutamic acid-rich yeast extract, with lesser quantities of sodium chloride, vegetable extract, niacin, thiamine, spice extracts, riboflavin, folic acid and celery extracts, although the precise composition is a trade secret.maÊmit]), a French term for a large, covered earthenware or metal cooking pot. British Marmite was originally supplied in earthenware pots, but since the 1920s has been sold in glass jars shaped like the French cooking pot.
Do you know what Marmite is? The dark brown, yeasty spread is popular across the pond, but few Americans know what it is or how to use it. If you're looking for a low-calorie spread for toast or crackers, you might want to give it a try. Marmite is a spread made from yeast extract and a blend of seasonings. Marmite is kosher and both vegan and vegetarian friendly. Marmite is not gluten-free. You're not likely to use a lot of Marmite if you spread it on toast or on a cracker. So Marmite calories may not make a big difference in the nutritional value of your meal.