maltodextrin

American  

[mawl-toh-dek-strin] / ˌmɔl toʊˈdɛk strɪn /

noun

1. a compound of dextrin and maltose, used as a food additive and in some health and beauty products.

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Etymology

Origin of maltodextrin

First recorded in 1880–85; malto(se) ( def. ) + dextrin ( def. )

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Example Sentences

"Additives, such as maltodextrin, may promote a mucous layer that is friendly to certain species of bacteria that are found in greater abundance in patients with inflammatory bowel disease," said Sherling.

From Science Daily • Feb. 20, 2024

These formulas replace some or all of the lactose with corn sugars; most often corn syrup solids, sometimes maltodextrin, both of which are just glucose.

From Salon • Sep. 30, 2022

Every ingredient is meant to serve a purpose — the beef jerky is fortified with caffeine, and the applesauce contains maltodextrin, which provides an energy boost.

From New York Times • Jun. 8, 2021

Taylor buys maltodextrin, a complex carbohydrate, in 50-pound bags and makes a gel, adding a little cinnamon and salt and carrying it in a flask while he runs.

From Seattle Times • Nov. 21, 2011

It is the raw material out of which the industrial food chain makes beef or chicken or high-fructose corn syrup or maltodextrin.

From "The Omnivore's Dilemma" by Michael Pollan