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Follow on Google News | Xanthan Polysaccharide, Xanthan GumPOLYSACCHARIDE, Xanthan Gum Dr.Kumar Pati, Hayward, CA USA Xanthan gum originates from a polysaccharide produced by the bacteria Xanthomas campestris, which, evidently, is where it got its name from.
By: nutrition best POLYSACCHARIDE, Xanthan Gum Dr.Kumar Pati, Hayward, CA USA Xanthan gum originates from a polysaccharide produced by the bacteria Xanthomas campestris, which, evidently, is where it got its name from. This bacteria produces a slimy substance that is responsible for the black spots formed on vegetables such as broccoli and cauliflowers. The United States Department of Agriculture discovered xanthan gum by combining Xanthomas campetris with corn sugar, to develop the colorless slime thickening agent similar to cornstarch and guar gum. The primary useful property xanthan gum has its ability to act as a thickening agent and a stabilizer. Xanthan gum can increase the viscosity of liquids with very small concentrations. This increase in viscosity will be affected with higher shear forces are removed, the solution will thicken up again. For this reason, xanthan gum is a perfect agent to be added to salad dressings and sauces. For example, xanthan gum would be able to create a homogenous mixture with no clumps and all ingredients evenly spread out in a salad dressing. In addition, the salad dressing will thin out under shaking or mixing making it easier to pour. Once it has been poured, it thickens up and has a tendency to cling to the salad instead of sinking to the bottom of the dish or bowl. As for sauces, xanthum gum helps to prevent oil separation by not acting as an emulsifier, but as a stabilizing agent. Other uses include helping to keep a smooth texture in ice cream and toothpaste. In gluten-free baking, the gluten is replaced by xanthan gum in wheat to give the dough the “stickiness” Some people are found to be allergic to xanthan gum. They often have symptoms of diarrhea, temporary high blood pressure, and headaches. Because the bacteria that produce xanthan gum is often fed corn sugar, people allergic to corn may be allergic to xanthan gum as well. End
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