What is it? Gellan gum grows naturally on water lilies but can also be artificially produced by fermenting sugar with a specific strain of bacteria It's added to processed foods to bind and stabilize the structure, similar to guar gum, carrageenan, agar agar, and xanthan gum … [Read more...]
Ingredients I Avoid
I get asked quite often on Instagram about "ingredients"....and if you follow me closely in stories you know I am VERY careful what I put into my body as well as any partnerships I do. Read this post about my view on endorsed posts in the social media world. And just when you … [Read more...]
What’s The Deal With Gums And All Those “Natural” Additives?
Confused? Yea, many are. I get asked all the time on my Instagram about gums, flavorings, and so many other ingredients found in today's "natural" food products. First, if you have to question an ingredient, that should be the first sign. Second, just because it's natural doesn't … [Read more...]