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Locust bean gum: processing, properties and food applications--a review
Sheweta Barak1, Deepak Mudgil1
1Department of Dairy and Food Technology, Mansinhbhai Institute of Dairy and Food Technology, Mehsana 384002, Gujarat, India.
International Journal of Biological Macromolecules
|February 20, 2014
Summary
Locust bean gum, a galactomannan from Ceratonia siliqua, is a versatile additive with industrial and health benefits. Its properties stem from water molecule interactions, aiding in managing diabetes, heart disease, and colon cancer.
Area of Science:
- Food Science
- Material Science
- Nutritional Science
Background:
- Locust bean gum (LBG), a galactomannan from Ceratonia siliqua seeds, is a natural hydrocolloid.
- It possesses unique properties making it valuable across diverse industries.
Purpose of the Study:
- To provide a comprehensive overview of locust bean gum.
- To detail its production, processing, composition, and properties.
- To highlight its food applications and health benefits.
Main Methods:
- Literature review of scientific publications and industry reports.
- Analysis of LBG's chemical composition and physical properties.
- Examination of its functional roles in food systems and physiological effects.
Main Results:
- LBG's galactomannan structure enables hydrogen bonding with water, influencing viscosity and gelation.
- It serves as an effective emulsifier, stabilizer, and thickener in food products.
- Dietary fiber content in LBG contributes to managing diabetes, improving bowel function, and potentially reducing risks of heart disease and colon cancer.
Conclusions:
- Locust bean gum is a valuable natural additive with significant industrial and health-promoting applications.
- Further research can optimize LBG utilization and explore novel applications.
- Its role as a functional ingredient in food and pharmaceuticals warrants continued investigation.
