Sugarcane, or sugar cane, or simply cane, are several species of tall perennial true grasses of the genus Saccharum, tribe Andropogoneae, used for sugar production.

A form of flour made from finely milled rice. It is distinct from rice starch, which is usually produced by steeping rice in lye. Rice flour is a common substitute for wheat flour.

The cocoa bean or simply cocoa, which is also called the cacao bean or cacao, is the dried and fully fermented seed of Theobroma cacao, from which cocoa solids and cocoa butter can be extracted. Its multiple properties are rich in polyphenols, which aid in reducing high blood pressure, lower risk of heart attack and stroke, improve blood flow to the brain and brain function, and improve mood and symptoms of depression. It may also improve symptoms of type 2 diabetes, aid in weight control, and may be a cancer-protective.

A mineral consisting primarily of sodium chloride. The essential minerals in salt act as important electrolytes in the body. They help with fluid balance, nerve transmission, and muscle function.

A polysaccharide with many industrial uses, including as a common food additive. It is an effective thickening agent and stabilizer to prevent ingredients from separating. It can be produced from simple sugars using a fermentation process, and derives its name from the species of bacteria used, Xanthomonas campestris.