Is Carrageenan vegan?
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Carrageenan is extracted from red seaweed. Vegan, though controversial for digestive health.
What it is
A thickener from Irish moss and related red algae.
Why vegan
Always plant-derived.
Where you'll find it
- Plant milks
- Vegan cheeses
- Toothpaste
- Ice cream
Vegan alternatives
- Gellan gum
- Locust bean gum
- Pectin
FAQ
- Is carrageenan safe?
- Food-grade carrageenan is approved by major regulators; degraded poligeenan is not used in food. Some people avoid it for digestive sensitivity.