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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 ...
Pectin is a naturally occurring thickener and stabilizer, helping jams, jellies, and fruit preserves set. Scientifically speaking, it’s a soluble fiber (a.k.a. a type of polysaccharide) found in the ...