Gums, seed gums (includes locust bean, guar)
* The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
Macronutrients
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| Nutrient | Amount | % DV | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vitamin C, total ascorbic acid | 0 MG | 0% | |
| Thiamin | 0 MG | 0% | |
| Riboflavin | 0 MG | 0% | |
| Niacin | 0 MG | 0% | |
| Vitamin B-6 | 0 MG | 0% | |
| Folate, total | 0 UG | 0% | |
| Choline, total | 0 MG | 0% | |
| Vitamin B-12 | 0 UG | 0% | |
| Vitamin A, RAE | 0 UG | 0% | |
| Vitamin E (alpha-tocopherol) | 0 MG | 0% | |
| Vitamin D (D2 + D3) | 0 UG | 0% | |
| Vitamin K (phylloquinone) | 0 UG | 0% |
Minerals
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calcium, Ca | 294 MG | 23% | |
| Iron, Fe | 0 MG | 0% | |
| Magnesium, Mg | 0 MG | 0% | |
| Phosphorus, P | 0 MG | 0% | |
| Potassium, K | 0 MG | 0% | |
| Sodium, Na | 125 MG | 5% | |
| Zinc, Zn | 0 MG | 0% | |
| Copper, Cu | 0 MG | 0% | |
| Selenium, Se | 0 UG | 0% |
Nutrition Highlights
- Very low in fat (0.5g per 100g).
- High in dietary fiber (77.3g per 100g), supporting digestive health.
- Good source of Calcium, Ca (23% DV).
About Gums, seed gums (includes locust bean, guar)
Seed gums like locust bean and guar are food additives and thickeners, not snack foods. Almost the entire dry weight is soluble fiber, which is why they are used in tiny quantities to thicken sauces, stabilize dairy products, and improve texture in gluten-free baking. You would never eat them on their own - a fraction of a gram goes into a full recipe. The fiber number is extreme but irrelevant in practical terms since the amounts used are so small.
Dietary Information
Gums, seed gums (includes locust bean, guar) is considered low-fat, high-fiber, making it a suitable choice for various dietary plans.
Notable micronutrients in Gums, seed gums (includes locust bean, guar) include Calcium, Ca (23% DV). These nutrients play important roles in maintaining overall health and supporting essential bodily functions.
Calorie Breakdown
At 332 calories per 100 grams, Gums, seed gums (includes locust bean, guar) gets 6% of its calories from protein, 93% from carbohydrates, and 1% from fat. This is moderately high, similar to many cooked grains and dairy products.
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