Now Foods Guar Gum 227 g

The dietary supplement Now Foods Guar Gum 227 g is a pure formulation product containing only powdered guar gum. The product can be used by vegans and vegetarians as well as by people intolerant to gluten.

Guar gum is a polysaccharide derived from the endosperm of the seeds of the Cyamopsis tetragonolobus plant. It is composed of mannose units with side chains. Its molecular weight is exceptionally high. Combined with water, it easily dissolves to give a very viscous solution with the consistency of a gel.

It is used as an ingredient in foods to thicken them. Additionally, it is often used in bakery products that "refuse to rise" due to the absence of gluten. It also has laxative and appetite-suppressing properties, as most of it consists of fiber. The fibers swell in the digestive tract, causing a feeling of fullness, and stimulate intestinal movements, which increases the number of bowel movements.

Interestingly, guar gum also helps maintain a normal blood cholesterol level.

In summary, Now Foods Guar Gum 227 g is a dietary supplement used to thicken foods. It can be used to replace gluten in bakery products made from whole grain flours. This formula is suitable for vegans and vegetarians and does not contain GMOs, soy, gluten, wheat, gluten, nuts, fish, egg white.