Agar Agar – Kanten

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Vitamins and Minerals

Agar agar contains Vitamin A, Vitamin C, sodium, potassium, phosphorus, iron, and zinc.[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text woodmart_inline=”no” text_larger=”no” el_class=”essen”]

Essential to (Body parts/Functions)

Agar agar contains a high amount of fiber which helps to regulate bowel movements and improve gut health. It prevents constipation also. It may aid weight loss and prevent obesity.

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Origin and Usage

Agar agar is extracted from the red seaweed and processed into powders and flakes. It tastes like cooked greens. It is mostly used in Asian cuisines. It is used as a thickening and gelling agent. It is mostly used to make a firm, Jello-O-like food.

Production

China, Indonesia, and the Philippines are the largest producers of Agar agar.

Refence(s)

https://www.webmd.com/vitamins/ai/ingredientmono-80/agar[/vc_column_text][vc_separator color=”custom” css=”.vc_custom_1634817984286{margin-top: 40px !important;margin-bottom: 40px !important;}” accent_color=”rgba(96,96,96,0.23)”][/vc_column][/vc_row]