What could be the matter and what kind of doctor should I see for help? There are two common types of muscle injuries, strains and sprains. A muscle strain is an injury that affects muscles or tendons, which are the thick bands that connect muscles to bone. A muscle sprain is an injury that affects ligaments, which are thick bands that connect bone to bone. Sprains can range in severity from a mild stretch to a complete tear.
Many hard candies are made with gum arabic, which helps prevent the candy from sticking to the teeth and promotes a longer-lasting treat, according to Francis Thevenet in the book Food Stabilisers, Thickeners and Gelling Agents. Gum arabic is often used in soft-molded candies, such as gum drops, and chewy varieties of candy as well. Sugar-free hard candies and low-fat ice cream can also be made with gum arabic.
She specializes in health writing and copywriting for websites, blogs and businesses. She is a Certified Yoga Teacher and a Reiki Master with a Certificate in Fitness and Nutrition. Therien has a Master of Arts in sociology from Florida Atlantic University. Acacia fiber comes from the acacia tree in Africa. Acacia gum, also known as arabic gum, comes from the acacia senegal tree in Africa. It is added to pharmaceuticals for its demulcent, or coating, properties and used medicinally in natural treatments for respiratory, digestive and skin problems.