Tara Gum

Definición

Tara gum is derived from the legume of an ornamental shrub from Peru. It is odorless and tasteless and often used with xanthan gum or carrageenan as a thickener and stabilizer in dairy products, tortillas, canned vegetables and canned legumes.

También conocido como

Vegetable Gum (Tara)

Impacto en la salud

Since tara gum is a relatively new additive, there are not yet many studies on its potentially harmful effects. Similar to other gums, it can cause digestive discomfort like gas and bloating.

Fuentes

• Evaluation of the Safety of Tara Gum as a Food Ingredient: A Review of the Literature

  Sage Journals

Productos que contienen Tara Gum

Buena opción

Good Humor-breyers Ice Cream

Natural Vanilla Ice Cream

Opción aceptable

Tillamook County Creamery Association

Vanilla Bean Ice Cream Rich Vanilla

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Tillamook County Creamery Association

Old-Fashioned Vanilla Ice Cream