Mono And Diglycerides Xanthan Gum
What is Mono And Diglycerides Xanthan Gum?
Mono- and diglycerides are fats that are often added to foods. They are made by combining glycerol with fatty acids, which can come from plant or animal sources. Xanthan gum is a polysaccharide produced by the fermentation of sugar by a specific bacterium.
Is Mono And Diglycerides Xanthan Gum gluten-free?
Gluten is not present.
Is Mono And Diglycerides Xanthan Gum a major allergen?
Mono- and diglycerides can be derived from soy or milk, which are major allergens.
What is Mono And Diglycerides Xanthan Gum used for?
Mono- and diglycerides act as emulsifiers, helping to blend ingredients that don't normally mix, like oil and water.
Is Mono And Diglycerides Xanthan Gum safe?
Mono- and diglycerides are generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA.
Why it's used
Mono- and diglycerides act as emulsifiers, helping to blend ingredients that don't normally mix, like oil and water. Xanthan gum is a thickener and stabilizer. They are often found in ice cream, baked goods, and sauces.
Health notes
Mono- and diglycerides are generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA. Xanthan gum is also GRAS. Both are common food ingredients and are not associated with adverse health effects at typical consumption levels. JECFA and EFSA have evaluated both substances.
Allergen info
Mono- and diglycerides can be derived from soy or milk, which are major allergens. Xanthan gum is not derived from major allergens. Gluten is not present.
Foods that contain Mono And Diglycerides Xanthan Gum
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Safeway, Inc.
Chocolate Flavored Syrup, Chocolate
High in added sugars — 34% DV per serving
256kcal
2.6Protein
0Fat
64.1Carbs
Big Y Foods, Inc.
Peanut Butter Cup Vanilla Ice Cream With Chopped Peanut Butter Filled Milk Chocolate Candy Cups, Fudge And Peanut Butter Swirls, Peanut Butter Cup
High in saturated fat — 40% DV per serving
High in added sugars — 30% DV per serving
268kcal
5.2Protein
15.5Fat
26.8Carbs
Prairie Farms Dairy, Inc.
Cottage Small Curd Cheese, Cottage
High in sodium — 21% DV per serving
79kcal
10.5Protein
2.2Fat
4.4Carbs
OFW Brands LLC
Chocolate Cookies & Cream Chocolate Sandwich Cookie Chunks In Chocolate-Cookie Cream, Chocolate Cookies & Cream
High in saturated fat — 65% DV per serving
High in cholesterol — 25% DV per serving
212kcal
3.3Protein
14.6Fat
178Carbs
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