Using Guar Gum – Hugs CBD

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What do We Know About Using Guar Gum?

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There are many reasons people use guar gum, and gone are the days when your average American shopper could find locally-grown, fresh produce at their neighborhood supermarket. Nowadays, food and drink products have to make their way through long and winding food supply chains that cover hundreds of miles before reaching the local supermarket shelves.

There are tons of additives put in foods and drinks today to make them more appealing in both appearance and texture and to extend shelf life. When an edible product has to travel hundreds of miles before hitting the shelf, it makes sense that food companies would add things to extend shelf life and prolong the palatable taste and texture of food.

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One of the most common food additives used today is guar gum. For the most part, this gum is safe, and in some cases, may offer a few health benefits for consumers. But it does come with a range of side effects. Here’s what we know so far about the gum.

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What is guar gum?

Guar gum is also called guaran, and it is a food additive that is used in many popular products today. Guar gum is made from a legume called a guar bean that grows naturally in arid and semi-arid climates. Today, most of the guar gum comes from guar beans grown in India, Pakistan, and Texas. Guar gum was first introduced to the U.S. in 1903. Guar gum is a polysaccharide, which is a long chain of carbohydrate molecules that are bound together, and also contains two sugars called galactose and mannose.

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How is guar gum used?

Mostly, the gum is used as a food additive in a range of processed foods. It is frequently added to dairy products because it helps to prevent ice crystal growth and improve the texture of the product. In milkshakes, it can prevent separation and add viscosity. The gum also enhances the feel of yogurts and aerated desserts. Diet or slimming dairy products often contain traces of the gum for added satiation, and healthy dietary fiber.

Food manufacturers like guar gum because it is soluble, absorbent, and it thickens and binds products. For consumers, the gum adds much-needed texture to many food products that would otherwise not be as enjoyable to eat or drink without it.

The FDA considers guar gum a safe product for consumption as long as food manufacturers adhere to specified amounts in their products. The gum is also ideal as an additive for slimming dietary products because the additive is low in calories but high in soluble fiber. A full 10 grams, or one tablespoon of the gum only has 30 calories, but nine grams of fiber.

What are the benefits of using guar gum for dietary issues?

A few studies have found that guar gum in specified quantities can be useful for maintaining healthy blood sugar levels, and digestive health. It is also possible for guar gum to promote weight loss.

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Since guar gum is high in soluble fiber, it can help relieve constipation and increase the rate of movement in the intestinal tract. It has also been found that guar gum may increase the growth rate of beneficial gut bacteria, and can be used as a prebiotic. A 2012 study on guar gum and IBS found that supplementing with the additive was associated with a decrease in harmful gut bacteria. Studies on people with irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) found that guar gum supplements could alleviate IBS symptoms and reduce bloating.

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Many U.S. adults struggle with losing weight and maintaining a healthy weight. A few studies have found that the gum supplements may promote weight loss and help consumers control their appetite. The mechanism that allows the gum to achieve this benefit has to do with the amount of soluble fiber in guar gum. For example, fiber tends to move through the digestive tract slowly and stay undigested for a longer time than other foods like carbs and sugars. This can promote satiety and help reduce someone’s appetite. One study found that when someone eats an additional 14 grams of fiber per day, they can reduce overall calorie consumption by up to 10%.

In 2015, three studies on guar gum and appetite control found that the product increased feelings of fullness, while also reducing the participants’ cravings for snacks throughout the day. Using the gum was found to be an effective way to reduce overall calorie consumption. One of the studies also found that women who consumed up to 15 grams of the gum per day were able to lose 5.5 pounds more than dieters who took a placebo.

Are there any adverse effects or long-term risks associated with using guar gum?

No product is 100% safe. Consumers who are allergic to soy products may also have an allergic reaction to guar gum. Also, the gum taken in large quantities can cause bloating and stomach upset. Taking large amounts of guar gum is also associated with certain risks. For example, the FDA banned the use of the gum as a weight loss product, since amounts were far more significant than what is considered safe. Too much guar gum can cause substantial bloating and bowel obstruction since the product tends to expand when digested, which helps promote a feeling of fullness. Generally, up to 15 grams of the gum is considered safe to consume at a time.

Can CBD promote weight loss like guar gum?

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CBD is not intended to be a weight loss product or to promote or decrease appetite. CBD is not a prescription medication, but it is an unregulated supplement. While CBD is safe for most consumers to use, consumers should speak to their doctor before using CBD. The product can interact with other medications and supplements.

At Hugs CBD, all of our products are independently tested through a third-party lab. Each product from Hugs is guaranteed to meet the highest of industry standards. Once your doctor gives you the go-ahead, shop online at Hugs CBD and have CBD conveniently delivered to your home.

Last updated September 23 2019

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