E414 - Gum Arabica (Acacia)
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Characteristics: Arabica gum is obtained from certain types of acacia, is a dried and purified resin from the plant. The substance is extracted from the bark, sorted and seraphinated. It is possible to them
Characteristic
Arabica gum is obtained from certain species of acacia, is a dried and purified resin from the plant. The substance is extracted from the bark, sorted and refined. There may be impurities of bark and sand. When used, it combines well with other tires and resins. Gum Arabica has the shape of a drop with an amber tint, it can be in the form of powder or crystals. E 414 is considered the best emulsifier, has the ability to form a good protective layer, can distribute fat in food without leaving any side taste. As a stabilizer it gives the products the necessary consistency, it is used in the diet (gives a feeling of fullness and satiety).
Use
Thickeners are used to stabilize beverages such as chocolate milk because cocoa particles can precipitate.
E 414 is used in the food industry in the production of:
- dairy, meat and fish foods;
- milk drinks containing fruit as a stabilizer;
- ice cream and cream to obtain a creamy consistency;
- confectionery and jam;
- for ice crystallization;
- for moisture retention and for the preparation of saline solutions in meat processing;
- as a gelling agent.
Impact on humans
The permissible daily dose of gum arabic is not more than 2 g / kg body weight. The food supplement E 414 is approved for use in most countries around the world. In the food industry it is used in combination with other similar emulsifiers.
The food supplement helps to remove radionuclides and salts of heavy metals from the body.
People with diseases of the gastrointestinal tract should be careful when consuming products with the presence of the substance.
The substance is not an allergen, in direct contact with the skin and mucous membranes does not cause irritation.
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