Locust Bean Gum

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1 form

Oral

About Locust Bean Gum

Thickener from carob seeds.

Dietary Supplement Label Database

Ingredient group data in NutriNav is aligned with the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database (DSLD).

DSLD group id: 4195

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Compare supplement forms of Locust Bean Gum by absorption quality and what your body actually gets from each:

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Form	Absorption	Steps to absorb	Notes	Action
Locust Bean Gum Label category: Natural (Carob)	—	—	—	View →

Also appears on labels as

Additional names seen on supplement labels for forms of this ingredient (beyond the main aliases above).

Carob Gum

Type: Other

Miscellaneous ingredients including fillers, binders, preservatives, artificial colors, flavors, sweeteners, and other additives found in supplements.

Absorption: Many of these ingredients are inert fillers or additives that may affect absorption of active ingredients.

Interactions: Some additives may have health concerns. Fillers may reduce absorption of other nutrients. Preservatives and artificial colors may cause adverse reactions in sensitive individuals.

Potential Side Effects

Side effects associated with Locust Bean Gum forms:

Gas How serious: Mild

What does the research say?

GRAS food additive.