Gum Arabic, also known as Acacia Gum, is a natural substance extracted from Acacia senegal and Acacia seyal trees. It is widely used in various industries and medical applications due to its unique properties.
Botanical Description
Acacia trees, from which gum Arabic is extracted, belong to the Fabaceae family. These thorny trees are well adapted to arid and semi-arid environments, with the savanna regions of Sudan being one of their primary habitats.
Types
There are two main types of gum Arabic:
Hashab Gum (Acacia senegal): Primarily used in food and medical applications.
Talh Gum (Acacia seyal): Used in various industries, such as paint and color manufacturing.
Health Benefits and Medical Uses
Gum Arabic is rich in dietary fiber and offers several health benefits, including:
Digestive Health: Helps relieve stomach pain, treats irritable bowel syndrome symptoms, and promotes beneficial gut bacteria growth.
Blood Sugar Regulation: Aids in lowering fasting and long-term blood sugar levels in type 2 diabetes patients.
Cholesterol Reduction: Helps lower plasma cholesterol levels, promoting heart health.
Kidney Health Support: Used to protect against kidney complications in chronic kidney disease patients.
Cultivation Methods and Growing Season
Acacia trees thrive in dry and semi-dry regions and can withstand harsh environmental conditions. They prefer well-drained sandy soil and are typically planted during the rainy season to ensure adequate moisture for growth.
Medicinal Part and Active Components
Gum Arabic is extracted from the trunks and branches of Acacia trees by making incisions, allowing the sap to ooze out and harden upon exposure to air. It contains a high percentage of soluble dietary fiber and polysaccharides, such as arabinose and ribose.
Export details to all parts of the world
Hashab gum Arabic
Packed in bags
Package weight: 25 kg or 50 kg
Hand sorting
Automated packing
Origin: Egypt.