Pharmacologic Substance
maltodextrin Audio
mal·to·dex·trin [ mawl-toh-dek-strin ]
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Definitions related to maltodextrin:
  • An oligosaccharide derived from starch that is used as a food additive and as a carbohydrate supplement. As a supplement, maltodextrin is used to provide and sustain energy levels during endurance-oriented workouts o sports, and to help build muscle mass and support weight gain.
    NCI
    U.S. National Cancer Institute, 2021
  • An oligosaccharide produced by the hydrolysis of starch with a high content of maltose.
    CRCH Nutrition Terminology
    Cancer Research Center of Hawaii, University of Hawaii, 2021
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