Xanthan Gum

What it is

A thickener produced by bacterial fermentation of sugars.

Other ways this ingredient gets described

  • This ingredient is a widely used food additive. It not only helps to prevent the separation of ingredients, but also acts as an agent of food thickening and food stabilization.

Potential benefits for dogs

Gives wet food its texture and keeps ingredients suspended. It is a soluble fiber and adds no calories.