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Xanthan gum is a sugar-like compound made by mixing aged (fermented) sugars with a certain kind of bacteria. It is used to make medicine. Xanthan gum is used for lowering blood sugar and total cholesterol in people with diabetes. It is also used as a laxative.
1 Xanthan gum is made by fermenting corn sugar with Xanthomonas compestris, a bacteria. 2  In processed human foods, xanthan gum is used as an emulsifier, a thickener, and in gluten-free products. Nutritionally, xanthan gum is a carb with about seven grams of fiber per tablespoon. 2  Xanthan gum is generally considered safe for dogs and is assumed safe for cats. 3  Diarrhea can result at megadose levels, and potentially at lower doses in sensitive individuals.