Xanthan Gum Powder Thickening Agent

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• Lower cholesterol: A study had five men consume 10 times the recommended amount of xanthan gum per day for 23 days. Subsequent blood tests found that their cholesterol decreased by 10%.
• Weight loss: People have noted increased fullness after consuming xanthan gum. It may increase fullness by delaying stomach emptying and slowing digestion.
• Cancer-fighting properties: A study in mice with melanoma found that it significantly slowed the growth of cancerous tumors and prolonged life. No human studies have been completed, so the current evidence is weak.
• Improved regularity: Xanthan gum increases the movement of water into the intestines to create a softer, bulkier stool that's easier to pass. Studies have found that it significantly increases the frequency and amount of stool.
• Thickens liquids: It is used to thicken liquids for those who have difficulty swallowing, such as older adults or people with neurological disorders.
• Saliva substitute: It is sometimes used as a saliva substitute for individuals suffering from dry mouth, but studies on its effectiveness have found mixed results.

Xanthan Gum Powder is a popular food additive that's commonly added to foods as a thickener or stabilizer. Xanthan gum is also found in much personal care and beauty products. It allows these products to be thick but still flow easily out of their containers. It also allows solid particles to be suspended in liquids.

It's created when sugar is fermented by a type of bacteria called Xanthomonas campestris. When sugar is fermented, it creates a broth or goo-like substance, which is made solid by adding alcohol. It is then dried and turned into a powder.

When xanthan gum powder is added to a liquid, it quickly disperses and creates a viscous and stable solution. This makes it a great thickening, suspending, and stabilizing agent for many products.