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What is pectin and is it good for you?

Medically reviewed by Karina Tolentino, RD Key Takeaways Pectin is a fiber found in fruits and vegetables like apples and ...
Experienced jelly-makers will tell you one enduring fact: All pectin is not created equal. The two types of pectin – liquid and dry – are safe for most people. Which one home cooks use, says Kansas ...
For centuries, cooks relied on pectin to thicken jellies and jams. Today, this time-tested ingredient is sparking new innovations, as formulators unleash its thickening, gelling and protein ...