Xanthan Gum

What is Xanthan Gum?

Everyone needs dietary fibre in our meals in order to help in the digestive process and for healthier living. Many people find that having fibre rich diet can be a struggle, particularly if they do not eat a high proportion of fruit and green vegetables. Xanthan gum, in supplement form, adds bulk to the diet and acts as a substitute for normal fibre.

Xanthan gum is one of the most effective sources of dietary fibre available. It can be used to add texture to food without the need for gluten, and is completely non toxic and suitable for vegetarians.

Xanthan gum is produced through the fermentation of sugars by the Xanthomonas Campestris bacteria, and is a bio polymer that is structured like cellulose.

For anyone that is unable to eat gluten as part of their diet this is a suitable alternative to use in cooking. Generally, foods eaten as part of a gluten free diet lack texture and thickness. Adding Xanthan gum to cooking sauces will increase the bulk of foods without adding a significant amount of calories.

Xanthan gum also increases the viscosity to water and can help those with irritable bowel syndrome and other conditions caused by the lack of fibre in our diet.

Side Effects and Warnings of Xanthan Gum

Xanthan gum is a very important dietary supplement that has no known long term side effects. However, if one is taking it, you should take plenty of water with it.

You should also seek advice from your medical practitioner to ensure that it is useful to you and it does not interact with any other drugs you may be taking.

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