Guar Gum And Sodium CMC

Guar gum is a fiber derived from the guar bean, a legume grown mainly in India and Pakistan. Sodium CMC (carboxymethyl cellulose) is a modified form of cellulose, a natural polymer found in plant cell walls. Both are processed to create a white to off-white powder.

These ingredients are commonly used as thickeners and stabilizers in foods. They help improve texture, prevent ice crystals from forming in frozen desserts, and keep ingredients from separating. They are often found in ice cream, frozen yogurt, and other frozen treats.

Guar gum and sodium CMC are generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA when used as food additives. They are primarily dietary fibers that pass through the digestive system largely undigested. JECFA and EFSA have evaluated these substances and established acceptable daily intakes. While generally considered safe, very high intakes of guar gum could potentially cause digestive discomfort for some individuals.