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I am unfamiliar with a few words on Rachels cottage cheese label. What are locust bean gum, pectin and carrageenan?

April 26, 2017bean cheese Cottage Gum Label Locust pectin Rachel unfamiliar words

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I am unfamiliar with a few words on Rachels cottage cheese label. What are locust bean gum, pectin and carrageenan?

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Locust bean gum is a natural thickening agent extracted from the seeds of the carob tree. Pectin is a soluble fiber naturally found in most plants, used in food as a gelling agent and to enhance texture. Plant-based Carrageenan is a common vegetarian gelatin substitute.