Gum Arabic
A natural tree gum harvested from acacia trees that functions as both a prebiotic fiber and stabilizing agent in supplements
Prebiotics
Tree Gums
Research: Moderate
Scientific Name
Acacia senegal and Acacia seyal
Also Known As
Gum Arabic
Acacia Gum
Acacia Fiber
E414
Gum Acacia
Benefits
- Supports beneficial gut bacteria growth
- Provides soluble fiber for digestive health
- May help with cholesterol management
- Supports blood sugar balance
- Acts as natural thickening agent
- Well-tolerated prebiotic option
Common Forms
Powder
Granules
Spray-dried
Liquid concentrates
Fiber supplements
Safety Notes
Generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA. Very well tolerated with minimal digestive side effects. May cause mild bloating in sensitive individuals. Allergic reactions are rare but possible.
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Types of Gum Arabic
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Acacia Senegal Gum
Premium grade gum arabic harvested from Acacia senegal trees, considered the highest quality source
2 products available
Available Forms:
Acacia Senegal Powder
Organic Acacia Senegal Gum
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Acacia Seyal Gum
Gum arabic from Acacia seyal trees, offering similar benefits with slightly different properties
Available Forms:
Acacia Seyal Powder
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Standardized Acacia Fiber
Processed and standardized gum arabic specifically optimized for prebiotic fiber content
Available Forms:
Instant Acacia Fiber
Encapsulated Acacia Fiber
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Food Grade Gum Arabic
High-purity gum arabic specifically processed for food and supplement applications
Available Forms:
Spray-Dried Gum Arabic