Comparing E412 - Guar gum vs E440II - Amidated pectin
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Is guar gum bad for you?
No—E412 (guar gum) is generally recognized as safe at typical food levels. As a soluble fiber it can cause gas or loose stools in some people, and concentrated tablets or dry powder taken without enough liquid have been linked to blockage risks.
What is guar gum made from?
It’s a galactomannan polysaccharide made from the endosperm of guar beans (Cyamopsis tetragonoloba), processed into an off‑white powder.
Is guar gum bad for cats?
It’s generally considered safe at the small amounts used as a thickener in many canned cat foods. Some cats may get soft stools or gas, especially if sensitive, so monitor tolerance and consult a vet if issues arise.
Can dogs have guar gum?
Yes—at the low levels used in commercial dog foods it’s considered safe. Too much may cause gas or diarrhea, so introduce new foods gradually and watch your dog’s tolerance.
Is guar gum bad for dogs?
Not at typical food levels; it’s widely used as a safe thickener in dog foods. Large amounts may upset the stomach (gas, loose stools).
How to tell if your pectin is amidated?
Check the ingredient label or spec sheet for “amidated pectin,” “LM amidated pectin,” or “E440(ii)”—it may also list a “degree of amidation (DA).” Kitchen behavior isn’t a reliable identifier since both amidated and non‑amidated low‑methoxyl pectins gel with calcium.
What is non-amidated pectin?
Pectin that hasn’t been reacted with ammonia to form amide groups; it’s typically labeled simply as pectin or E440(i). It may be high‑methoxyl (gels with high sugar and acid) or low‑methoxyl non‑amidated (gels with calcium but usually needs more calcium and is less heat‑reversible than amidated types).