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Acacia Gum
In plain words
The short version
Gum arabic — exudate of acacia trees, the dominant beverage emulsifier and a clean-label dietary fiber.
Why it's green
It's widely considered safe at the amounts used in food, so we mark it green. The Safety section below has the details.
Safety profile
ADI not specified — one of the safest food additives, with millennia of dietary exposure. Acts as a soluble fiber in the colon (well-tolerated at high intakes, ~30 g/day, where other fibers cause GI distress).
The detail
Educational information only. Not medical or dietary advice.