Arabic Gum

Arabic Gum

Uses and benefits
Gum arabic has been known for its many uses, especially in herbal medicine and traditional treatments since ancient times, and talha gum is usually used to modify some of the physical properties of foods such as texture, or extend the life of the product, and among the most important benefits of gum arabic and its uses are the following:
Benefits of gum arabic
Learn about the following benefits of gum arabic in detail:

1- The effect of gum arabic on cholesterol levels
Several studies have been issued in this regard:

Some studies have found that eating gum arabic has an effect on cholesterol levels in the body, as it helps them to go down, but these studies are not sufficient.
In a study conducted by the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA), it was found that there is no link between the intake of gum arabic and the lower levels of cholesterol in the blood.
In a clinical study of patients with high cholesterol for a period of 4-12 weeks, gum had no effect on cholesterol, except that it was a high source of soluble fibers that contribute to lowering cholesterol.

2- Gum disease and oral health
Many experiments have shown that gum has an effect on oral and dental health by strengthening the gums and combating their diseases, preventing the growth of harmful bacteria in the mouth, and preventing plaque formation.

In a clinical study that examined the effect of chewing gum made from gum arabic, for a period of seven days, it was found that:

Boost gum and oral health.
Combat plaque formation.
Especially if we compare it with regular chewing gum.

3- High source of fiber
Gum arabic is well-known for being a high source of dietary fiber, as 90% of its components are water-soluble fibers, including:

It enhances the work of the digestive system.
Contributes to reducing the risk of developing cardiovascular disease.

4- Promote digestive health
As long as gum arabic is a high source of dietary fiber, this makes it:

An effective remedy against constipation.
Helps relieve symptoms of Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS).
It enhances the work of the intestine and the digestive system, and is a suitable food for beneficial gut bacteria.

 5- Regulating sugar levels in diabetics
It was found that gum intake in diabetics contributes to regulating blood sugar levels, although the evidence from clinical trials for this is not numerous, but its high fiber content is what contributes to regulating blood sugar levels.

6- Treating colds and sore throats
It was found that gum arabic:

Contributes to relieve irritation in mucous membranes.
Reduces symptoms of common cold and flu.
It contributes to treating sore throats and coughs and speeding up the healing of mouth ulcers and wounds.

7- Weight loss
The fact that gum arabic is a high source of dietary fiber, this is an advantage that makes it have a role in the process of losing weight and losing it, as the fiber helps to fill the stomach and increase the feeling of satiety and thus reduce the amount of food consumed.

Uses of gum arabic
The gum arabic has a range of uses that have been famous since ancient times, especially among the ancient Egyptians, the most important of which are:
Treat wounds and burns.
Treating digestive problems.
Colds and coughs.
Gonorrhea.
Leprosy.
In addition to the previous, its modern uses have evolved into:

It is used in the pharmacy, pharmaceutical and pill industries.
It is used as an emulsifier in many industries.
It is used to heal wounds.
Inhibits bacterial growth.
It contributes to promoting oral and dental health and preventing the growth of bacteria and the deposition of plaque layers in them.
Adverse reactions and tolerable doses
To date, no official documentation has been recorded regarding the safety of using gum arabic or not, sufficient information was not available about its interactions, and there is insufficient research on the safety of its use and its side effects, especially on pregnant and lactating women.