Xanthan gum is a common food and drug additive. It’s a type of carbohydrate made by bacteria called Xanthomonas campestris. During fermentation, the bacteria break down sugars and produce a substance ...

Xanthan gum is a food additive used as a thickener or stabilizer. While it has health benefits, consuming too much may cause digestive issues. Surprisingly, wallpaper glue and salad dressing have ...

Xanthan gum is a food thickener. It is an ingredient in a wide variety of foods, as well as products such as toothpaste. Though it may offer some health benefits, primary uses include changing the ...

Even more attention is being given to food labels than usual. With people becoming increasingly conscious about their health, more ingredients are being scrutinized, especially additives. Xanthan gum ...

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Xanthan gum is a common ingredient in processed food, particularly gluten-free foods... but it's also found in paint. Here's the low-down on this versatile ingredient, aka E415. As the demand for ...

Xanthan gum is a popular kitchen ingredient, giving everything from sauces to gluten-free baked goods a nicely thickened consistency. But what if you’re out of it or can’t use it for health reasons?