Now Foods Guar Gum 227 g

The dietary supplement Now Foods Guar Gum 227 g is a pure formulation product that contains only guar gum in powder form. The product can be used by vegans and vegetarians as well as by people with gluten intolerance.

Guar gum is a polysaccharide obtained from the endosperm of the seeds of the plant Cyamopsis tetragonolobus. It consists of mannose units with side chains. It has an exceptionally high molecular weight. When combined with water, it dissolves easily and produces a highly viscous solution with a gel-like consistency.

It is used as an ingredient in foods to thicken them. Additionally, it is often used in baked goods that do not rise due to the absence of gluten. It also has laxative and appetite-suppressing properties, as it mostly consists of dietary fiber. Dietary fibers swell in the digestive tract, which creates a feeling of fullness and stimulates bowel movements, increasing the frequency of stools.

Interestingly, guar gum also contributes to maintaining a normal cholesterol level in the blood.

In summary, Now Foods Guar Gum 227 g is a dietary supplement used to thicken foods. It can be used as a "substitute" for gluten in whole grain baked goods. This formula is suitable for vegans and vegetarians and contains no GMOs, soy, gluten, wheat, nuts, fish, or egg protein.