Now Foods Agar Powder 2 Oz
Agar Powder 2 oz. | NOW Foods
NOW Foods Real Foods Agar Powder is a gluten-free food derived from marine red algae. Agar Powder can be used for cooking, as a vegetable substitute for gelatin. Many customers add it to soups, jelly, ice cream, and many other foods.
Agar Powder is sometimes used for weight loss, denistry, and as a treatment for diabetes and constipation. It also works quite well as a laxative. Agar stimulates the intestines to produce bowel movements. Although some people use it for weight loss, more research is needed to confirm this application.
NOW Foods Agar Benefits
- Pure powder
- Vegetarian substitute for Gelatin
- Gluten - Free
- Non - GMO
- Vegan/Vegetarian
Directions
Agar can be used as a vegan substitute for gelatin's functional properties.
- In a small pot, place 1/2 teaspoon of NOW Real Food® Agar Powder into 1/2 cup of water.
- Allow mixture to simmer for 5 minutes.
- Add desired fruits or vegetables.
- Pour into mold and refrigerate for 20 minutes.
Supplement Facts
Serving Size: 1/2 tsp.
Servings per Container: About 38
Ingredients
| Amount per Serving | % Daily Value | |
|---|---|---|
| Not a significant source of saturated fat, trans fat, cholesterol, total sugars, added sugars, vitamin D, calcium, iron, and potassium. | ||
| Calories | 5 | |
| Total Fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Sodium | 5 mg | <1% |
| Total Carbohydrate | 1 g | <1% |
| Dietary Fiber | 1 g | 4% |
| Protein | 0 g | |
Other Ingredients
Agar Powder
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