<<Disclaimer: Verify this information before applying it to your situation.>> "Amanda L. Lester" <[log in to unmask]> wrote on Nov 4 09:36:30: > > After some detective work and a very sore stomach, it looks like eggs > and Xantham gum might both be culprits, with Xantham gum the worst. > How depressing! Which leads me to a couple more questions: > Can I use egg replacer with more or less the same results in any > baked goods, or has anyone found limitations to its success? > Also, is guar gum a good substitute for Xantham gum? I have been able to substitute guar gum for xanthan gum. Actually, I use them interchangeably, just depending on which I happen to have at the time. Guar gum is usually considerable lower priced than xanthan gum :) Many celiacs do not tolerate guar gum, because it can have a laxative effect. I guess I am lucky, because it does not seem to bother me. I do not use it when I cook food for others in my group, but I do use it for myself and my family without any negative side effects. Glad you figured out what was causing the problem! Joan Van Loozenoord Denver, Colorado [log in to unmask]