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Xanthan Gum Natural

Warning: May not be suitable for those avoiding Corn ingredients Corn Warning: May not be suitable for those avoiding Gluten ingredients Gluten
Produced from the fermentation of corn SUGAR, xanthan gum is used as a thickener, EMULSIFIER and STABILIZER in foods such as dairy products and salad dressings. Some people are allergic to xanthan gum, with symptoms of intestinal gripes, diarrhea, temporary high blood pressure, and migraine headaches Also, since xanthan gum is produced by a bacterium that is fed corn to grow, some people allergic to corn will also react to it. Yellow Phrygian Husk is a common source of bacterium in which xanthan gum is created Also used by people who are allergic to gluten
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