Is gellan gum vegan?
Gellan gum is a vegan food ingredient.
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So, what is gellan gum?
Gellan gum is a natural, high molecular weight polysaccharide that is commonly used as a thickening, stabilizing, and gelling agent in the food industry. It is produced through a fermentation process using the bacterium Sphingomonas elodea, and has a unique molecular structure that allows it to form strong, elastic gels even at very low concentrations. Gellan gum is a popular ingredient in vegan and vegetarian food products, as it can be used to replace animal-derived gelling agents such as gelatin. It is also used in a wide range of other food products, including dairy, beverages, and confectionery, due to its versatility and excellent functionality.
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