Blends of gelling and non-gelling starches with gellan gums and plasticizer

摘要

The present invention relates to a blend of gelling and non-gelling starches with gellan gums and a plasticizer having similar textural and functional properties compared to gelatin. Films prepared using such blends have excellent strength and elongation. The blend can also be used to prepare capsules without heat. The present invention has superior capsule sealability when prepared from such blends or films.