Ingredient Spotlight: Xanthan Gum

This week, we’re featuring an especially unique ingredient, one that is used to improve texture and taste in addition to its health benefits. It’s time to learn all about xanthan gum and why we use it in our products.

If you’ve been a bit skeptical about what you’ve heard about xanthan gum or are simply thrown off by the word “gum,” you aren’t alone. That’s why we’re here – with a team of research scientists and expert formulators, who not only ensure all our products feature the best ingredients, but also help us understand those ingredients and why they’ve been carefully chosen.

What is Xanthan Gum?

Xanthan gum is a plant-based thickening and stabilizing agent (much like corn starch) commonly used in baking, especially with gluten-free recipes. It helps create a creamy texture and keeps other ingredients from separating. Xanthan gum is a polysaccharide, a type of complex carbohydrate, caused by fermentation.

What are Xanthan Gum’s Benefits?

Beyond improving the consistency and flavor of many foods, xanthan gum is sometimes used to support healthy blood sugar, cholesterol, and normal bowel movements.

Kyäni Products and Xanthan Gum

Kyäni uses only non-GMO forms of xanthan gum to ensure the cleanest, most efficacious products. You can find xanthan gum in our HL5, ON, Origin, and Sunrise products, along with many other beneficial ingredients that help you take your health to the next level.

Kyäni Origin™: Kyäni Origin is a plant-based, macronutrient-balanced protein shake designed to support muscle recovery, promote nitric oxide production, and support the body’s inflammatory response.

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Kyäni HL5™: Kyäni HL5 is a natural hydrolyzed collagen protein boost designed to support healthy joints, skin, and hair, build lean muscle, optimize fat metabolism, and provide long-lasting energy — all in a convenient, on-the-go pouch.

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Kyäni ON™: Kyäni ON is a smart energy shot that combines the power of naturally sourced guarana caffeine for sustainable energy with a proprietary blend of optimized nootropics designed to support focus, attention, and clarity.

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Kyäni Sunrise®: Kyäni Sunrise is a delicious blend of 22 antioxidant superfoods loaded with 10 essential vitamins, over 60 minerals and trace minerals, and a range of antioxidants. It even comes in a handy pouch that makes living healthy simpler than ever.

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