Gum Arabic

Acacia: Introduction, Chemistry, Sources, Preparation, Evaluation, Preservation, Storage, Therapeutic Uses, and Commercial Utility

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 General Introduction Acacia, commonly known as gum arabic, is a natural gum derived from the hardened sap of various species of the Acacia tree. Acacia senegal and Acacia seyal are the primary sources of this gum. Gum arabic has been used for centuries in traditional medicine, food, and pharmaceutical industries due to its emulsifying, stabilizing, … Read more

Asafoetida: Biological Source, Chemical Constituents, Uses

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Biological Source of Asafoetida Asafoetida, also known as “hing,” is derived from the resinous gum extracted from the rhizome or taproot of the Ferula assafoetida plant. This perennial herb belongs to the Apiaceae family and is native to the eastern Mediterranean region and Central Asia. Asafoetida is primarily cultivated in Afghanistan, Iran, and India. Chemical … Read more