ORGANIC ACACIA GUM is now available to consumers in France
Today, acacia gum is mostly used in the food industry. For the first time, international leader Alland & Robert makes powdered organic acacia gum available to French consumers.
100 % natural, vegetal and a prebiotic fiber, it is an ideal and multifunctional ingredients to cook at home!
Alland & Robert provides its expertise to consumers for the first time by launching powdered organic acacia gum packaged in a doypack of 150 grams net. The product is distributed online via French marketplaces Greenweez and Amazon.
There are 2 acacia varieties that exudate acacia gum. Alland & Robert’s acacia gum available to consumers is senegal variety. It’s the highest quality of organic gum with most functional properties.
Alland & Robert, commited to safe and natural products
Anne-Sophie Alland, Head of strategy & development at Alland & Robert, commented : « Acacia gum is a real asset for cooks looking for healthy recipes. It is an extraordinary, multifunctional ingredient, but still little known in many countries. Its functional properties are so numerous that it is useful in a multitude of recipes, whether in pastry, baking, in sauces or soups.
It is Alland & Robert’s unique expertise that allows us to share these diverse applications of acacia gum. Since 1884, Alland & Robert is an expert of this product and manufactures it for the food, pharmaceutical and cosmetic industries. around the world. Our investments in Research and Development on acacia gum are very important and allow us to have unparalleled technical expertise. Our research focuses on health topics such as sugar reduction, digestive health or formulating vegetarian products. »
Acacia Gum, an easy ingredient for everyone’s kitchen
Violaine Fauvarque, Marketing & Communication Manager at Alland & Robert, added: « Acacia gum is a cooking ingredient already well known in many countries such as India and the Middle East.
However, two years of pandemic have prompted consumers to cook more at home, and to take an interest to new ingredients to diversify their recipes. At the same time, people are scrutinizing more and more the content of their plates and looking for naturalness.
Acacia gum meets these requirements because it comes directly from a tree and is minimally processed. It is a plant-based and natural ingredient that is simple to use to improve a recipe. In addition, it makes it easy to achieve vegetarian or vegan recipes, all this while providing fiber enrichment ! »
Cooking with acacia gum
In order to showcase to everyday cooks the possibilities offered by acacia gum, chefs Clémence Catz and Vanessa Fouquet have created recipes that are simple, healthy, but always delicious. With a convincing result, in terms of taste, texture and conservation!
Clémence Catz, author and creator, said that “acacia gum is always good for adding softness! I always recommend it in cake and bread recipes, and also in sauces and soups to which it adds creaminess. It is very useful in gluten-free recipes: removing gluten can give preparations a drier, more crumbly texture, and acacia gum helps to compensate this unpleasant effet, while helping the preparations to puff up better.”
Acacia gum can simply be added to any preparation, usually at the same time as the flour, starch or any dry matter. It is effective at a rather light dose: between 1 and 6% of the total weight of the recipe.
Recipes are available online on Alland & Robert website.
American FDA has recognized the dietary fibre status of acacia gum.
International expert in natural gums Alland & Robert is delighted that acacia gum can be classified as a fibre for nutrition labelling purposes in the United States.
This decision from the FDA was made public on December 17, 2021, and will consequently allow acacia gum to count as a dietary fibre on American Nutrition and Supplement Facts labels. Strong scientific literature demonstrates that Acacia gum is a fibre. Today the FDA agreed that acacia gum has physiological effects beneficial to human health, such as the reduction of blood glucose and insulin levels after it is eaten with a meal containing a carbohydrate that raises blood glucose levels.
Research has convinced the Food & Drug administration
Alland & Robert, along with a work group of acacia gum stakeholders, has submitted two citizen petitions in 2019 and 2020 in order to provide the FDA with data showing proof that acacia gum has indeed “physiological benefits to human health”.
Dr. Isabelle Jaouen, R&D Director at Alland & Robert said: “We have provided the FDA with numerous data coming from several clinical trials to support our request that acacia gum be recognized as a dietary fiber. Two laboratories that specialize in clinical nutrition, including one university, have been mandated for the design and realization of the clinical tests. Our citizen petition included data showing the benefits of acacia gum on blood glucose levels”.
A great news for acacia gum customers in the United States
Commenting on the FDA decision, Mr. Frédéric Alland, CEO at Alland & Robert said : “We are extremely satisfied that the FDA agrees with us that acacia gum is a fiber and can be labelled as such. It’s a great news for the American consumers, who will be able to enjoy this natural ingredient in their daily food. Alland & Robert remains committed to providing the highest quality of natural and non-GMO Acacia Fiber”.
Acacia gum, a natural, vegetal and safe solution for food & drinks
Acacia gum, also known as gum Arabic or E414, is a natural, vegetal, safe and healthy additive used in flavours, beverages, confectionery, dairy, bakery, dietary products, pharma and cosmetics among others. Acacia gum is today found in thousands of day to day products all over the world.
Alland & Robert guarantees a minimum fibre content of 90% for all products of its Acacia Fiber range.
In the United States, Alland & Robert is exclusively distributed by FARBEST BRANDS.
TECHNICAL PAPER: Formulating biscuits with acacia gum
Alland & Robert research shows that biscuits with acacia gum are generally preferred in sensory analysis, and their characteristics and nutritional value are improved.
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Connect with us during FI EUROPE 2021 !
We can’t wait to meet in person at Food Ingredients Europe 2021!
The whole Alland & Robert is very excited to be in Frankfurt for Food Ingredients Europe.
The show takes place from November 30 to December 2. Visit us in hall 3.0 / booth C220.
Why visit Alland & Robert during FIE 2021?
Come and discover the many applications of our organic gums and sustainable ingredients !
Discover our new research on the formulation of biscuits and baked goods with acacia gum.
Alland & Robert research shows that biscuits with acacia gum are generally preferred in sensory analysis, and their characteristics and nutritional value are improved.
Learn more about the positive impact of acacia gum on gut health
Alland & Robert partnered with an expert in consumer research to study the role acacia gum can play in gut health. Our objective: evaluate the impact of acacia gum on consumers who suffer from intestinal disorders regularly, and provide scientific data that support the use of acacia gum as a gut health agent.
Let’s discuss sugar reduction and fiber enrichment!
Reducing or eliminating sugar content is a necessity in order to address the health issues faced by the world population. The food industry can count on acacia gum, a natural additive and ingredient.
Everleaf has chosen Alland & Robert for their drinks
It can be a challenge to find non-alcoholic choices that have any real flavor, quality, or character. Paul Mathew, the founder of Everleaf, created three non-alcoholic aperitifs to meet growing consumer demand.
What do they have in common? They are all made with Alland & Robert acacia gum. Paul Mathew believes this ingredient makes all the difference, giving his natural botanical blends their subtle flavor, silky texture, and full mouthfeel.
Interview of Paul Mathew, founder of Everleaf.
Why did you enter the non-alcoholic beverage market?
Paul Mathew: Today’s market is being driven by a growing demand for beverages that are non-alcoholic … but not flavor-free! The impetus for this shift is people’s improved awareness of how excessive alcohol consumption can be harmful to their health.
But even people who don’t choose to drink still want tasty alternatives with adult sophistication, especially when enjoying the nightlife in cocktail bars and clubs. But making such a drink presents plenty of challenges: a mouthfeel that’s comparable to spirits, rich, complex aromas, and visual appeal.
What does acacia gum bring to cocktails made using your Everleaf beverages?
P. M. : Acacia gum is really the ingredient that changes everything! It gives each sip a silky, delicate texture. It’s also important as a binder and lengthens the finish on the palate, leaving more time for the various flavors to unfold. When we drink wine, bourbon, or a cocktail, it awakens all our senses: sight, smell, earing, touch, and, of course, taste. The aromas evolve and the drink’s texture, thickness, or fluidity make the tasting experience complex and complete, something you don’t get with non-alcoholic beverages.
As a conservation biologist with long family ties to botany, as well as a former bartender or “mixologist,” I wanted to successfully craft non-alcoholic beverages that were truly multifaceted and delicious. My expertise in both plants and spirits helped me in creating three different beverages, and I use acacia gum in all of them as a binder and to add texture without distorting the flavors. Everleaf blends give you an experience as sophisticated as those you enjoy with alcoholic cocktails.
Why did you choose Alland & Robert?
P. M. : I always carefully select the ingredients I use: I like to know the story behind them and be confident of their origins and how they’re produced. I want to be able to tell our clients the origin of every single ingredient I put in my drinks. That’s one reason I chose to work with Alland & Robert. Their transparency, the way they care about their harvesters’ standard of living, and the longstanding relationships they forge with these workers are unlike anything else on the market.
Introducing our Company Foundation
Alland & Robert is very proud to introduce its Company Foundation, a France-based non-profit organisation whose goal is to reinforce Alland & Robert’s commitment towards the environment and the communities linked to natural gums.
Purpose
The purpose of the foundation is to initiate, support and follow various projects in line with its mission in countries where Alland & Robert operates, and more generally in the African continent where most of our raw materials come from.
Mission
The foundation’s mission is to make a difference within the communities where Alland & Robert sources natural gums. We focus our efforts on:
♦ Supporting communities through various projects related to education, health, infrastructures, women empowerment.
♦ Environment preservation and focus on the African nature and biodiversity conservation.
These projects are initiated and created thanks to the know-how of Alland & Robert, who has over 135 years of expertise in natural gums and partnerships with African communities.
A year of partnership with TREE AID to plant acacia trees!
We help plant trees since January 2020. Here is a summary of our achievements over the last year.
Growing the Great Green Wall
The Great Green Wall is an African-led initiative whose ambition is to grow a wide belt of trees, vegetation and fertile land across the Sahel. This ambitious project represents an 8,000km band of trees but is also so much more than that! It is providing food and jobs to the millions of people living in the Sahel, and bringing Africa’s degraded lands back to life.
How is Alland & Robert helping?
The projects we support are part of the Great Green Wall movement. As native species perfectly adapted to the desert, acacia trees are one of the main trees planted as part of the Great Green Wall.
Reducing poverty in Mali
The Koulikoro region of Mali lost 86% of its forests to deforestation in 10 years. Most of the trees were cut down to make rooms for farms. In addition, the climate crisis is making the environment hotter and rainfall more unpredictable. People struggle to grow enough crops to feed their family or sell to make a living.
How is Alland & Robert helping?
Alland & Robert supports a project aiming to train over 400 farmers to grow and protect trees, and restore degraded lands. Women’s group are supported to makefuel-saving stoves that use half the firewood usually used in traditional stoves, which reduces the amount of trees being cut down. 2 tree nurseries have been set up and they have produced over 19,000 trees. Since 2017, Tree Aid have been working on restoring Koulikoro and they have recorded a 34% decrease in poverty in the households they are working with.
Establishing effective community forest governance in Niger
In Park W, Alland & Robert supports a project aiming to help over 250 families to develop businesses based on tree products, including acacia gum. Another objective of the project is to train people to look after forest resources and manage their land sustainably.
How is Alland & Robert helping?
A member of Tree Aid in Niger said about acacias Senegal, one of the acacia variety producing acacia gum: “It is drought resistant and adapts to completely degraded areas, in addition it produces gum arabic for the communities and the seeds are in great demand. It is also a fodder and leguminous species that enriches the soil.”
Supporting ecosystems and communities in Ethiopia
In Ethiopia, over 90,000 hectares of forests are being cut down every year. As a result, huge areas of land are no longer able to support plant life, and farming is becoming impossible. In the Central Rift Valley, eroded soil then flows down the Meki River into the nearby Lake Ziway, causing it to dry up as it fills with silt.
How is Alland & Robert helping?
Alland & Robert supports a project in Dugda-Meki that helps people to restore their local environment, build sustainable businesses and grow nutritious food. In partnership with Tree Aid, we help regenerate degraded land so that it can provide communities with food and incomes, helping them to thrive. Local people are growing trees and learning soil and water conservation methods that will help them restore the land and trees for years to come.
Acacia gum and gut health
A study confirms the positive impact of acacia gum on gut health and digestive wellness.
In recent years, the gastrointestinal (GI) system has been linked to numerous aspects of health. Many consumers today know that a happy, healthy gut is key for overall wellbeing. There is significant demand for food, beverage and dietary supplement with digestive health advantages.
Alland & Robert decided to research to role acacia gum can play in gut health. Our objective: evaluate the impact of acacia gum on consumers who suffer from intestinal disorders regularly, and provide scientific data that support the use of acacia gum as a gut health agent.
Alland & Robert shares the results of this exclusive study in a technical paper designed for formulators looking for gut health friendly ingredients.
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