Is Xanthan Gum Vegetarian? (Can Vegans Eat it?)
Xanthan gum is a thickening agent commonly found in food products such as salad dressings, sauces, soups, dips, gravies, and ice cream. It’s also used in some cosmetics and pharmaceuticals. Xanthan gum comes from the fermentation of carbohydrates by bacteria. The main source of carbohydrate is corn starch, which is then mixed with water and…