Guar gum
Common name
guaran
ID
HD0162
Scientific name of the plant
Cyamopsis tetragonoloba
Anatomical part for use
N/A
Human use
Weight Control
Summary
Guar gum, also called guaran, is a galactomannan polysaccharide extracted from guar beans that has thickening and stabilizing properties useful in food, feed, and industrial applications. The guar seeds are mechanically dehusked, hydrated, milled and screened according to application. It is typically produced as a free-flowing, off-white powder.
Evidence Level
Level 0 (No convinced report of liver injury caused by herbal and dietary supplement)
Hepatotoxicity Description
N/A
Guar gum
Common name
guaran
ID
HD0162
Scientific name of the plant
Cyamopsis tetragonoloba
Anatomical part for use
N/A
Human use
Weight Control
Summary
Guar gum, also called guaran, is a galactomannan polysaccharide extracted from guar beans that has thickening and stabilizing properties useful in food, feed, and industrial applications. The guar seeds are mechanically dehusked, hydrated, milled and screened according to application. It is typically produced as a free-flowing, off-white powder.
Evidence Level
Level 0 (No convinced report of liver injury caused by herbal and dietary supplement)
Hepatotoxicity Description
N/A