Locust Bean Gum
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Definition
Extracted from the seeds of the carob tree. It is mostly made of fiber.
AKAs
Carob Bean Gum,Carob Gum
Health Impact
Some people may be allergic to locust bean gum which can cause asthma and breathing issues. Some premature infants have also experienced health problems when ingesting formal made with locust bean gum that was not mixed properly.
Sources
Allergic sinusitis and severe asthma caused by occupational exposure to locust bean gum: Case report
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/28497854/Reading ingredients made easy. For quicker, healthier decisions.
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