Plot Thickens, as Gums Add Special Effects

What does the Incredible Hulk, denizens of Jurassic Park, the Terminator, and hydrocolloids all have in common? Answer: they all deliver novel special effects, usually in a big sort of way.

As any movie-goer knows, special effects have certainly become more sophisticated today, making possible new “realities” on the screen and adding to the overall experience. In the realm of food development, gums—and especially gum blends—are also playing an increasingly sophisticated role in terms of providing…