Arrowroot is starch from tropical plants, including Maranta arundinacea and Zamia integrifolia. Cultivation in Americas dates back 7,000 years ago. Name may come from Caribbean Arawak language or poison arrow wound treatment
Cassava, also known as manioc or yuca, is a starchy root from Central and South America. It grows 2-3 meters tall and requires high humidity and sun. Fresh cassava has thick brown skin and white or yellowish pulp
Xanthan gum has been used in food for over 50 years. Made from bacteria through fermentation process. FDA approved as safe food additive in 1969
Amaranth flour has rich nutty taste and is used for bread and sauces. Buckwheat flour is a pseudograin used in soba and porridge. Oat flour is gluten-free and contains 14.7g protein per 100g. Quinoa flour has high protein and fiber content
Rice flour is made from brown or white rice, completely gluten-free. It has a neutral flavour and works well in both gluten and regular baking. Available in brown and white varieties, with brown being richer in nutrients