Below is a list of all known varieties for Calcium Alginate. Click on a variety name to view more detailed nutrient and sourcing information.
| Variety Name | Description |
|---|---|
| Betel Nut (Areca Nut) | The seed of the Areca palm; widely chewed in parts of Asia for its stimulant properties, but also used in some ceremonial foods (Note: highly psychoactive). |
| Calcium Alginate (Fibers) | A form used in medical dressings for its gelling and absorbent properties. |
| Calcium Alginate (Gel) | The insoluble gel formed by the reaction of sodium alginate and calcium. This is the "skin" of spherified "caviar." |
| Calcium Alginate (Spherification Gel) | The insoluble gel formed by the reaction of sodium alginate and calcium. This is the "skin" of spherified "caviar." |
| Sodium Alginate | (Linked) The raw, water-soluble powder from brown seaweed. This is the ingredient used in the "liquid" part of spherification. |