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E411 Oat Gum

Origin:
A natural polysaccharide, produced from oats .

Function & characteristics:
Thickening agent.

Products:
Practically not used.

Acceptable Daily Intake:
None specified.

Side effects:
None known in the concentrations used, although high concentrations bring about flatulence and bloating, due to fermentation by the intestinal microflora (in the same way as all indigestible polysaccharides).

Dietary restrictions:
Oat gum can be used by all religious groups, vegans and vegetarians.