maltodextrin

[ mawl-toh-dek-strin ]

noun

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

Word History and Origins

Origin of maltodextrin¹

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

Example Sentences

Heinz’s version swaps eggs and pecorino cheese for a laundry list of chemical preservatives that mimic the original flavors, including maltodextrin and stabilizers.

From Salon

"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

Functional fiber — such as inulin, maltodextrin, guar gum and psyllium — have been extracted from natural sources, processed and added back to foods or supplements because they have health benefits.

From Seattle Times

They contain simple sugars like maltodextrin, fructose and glucose.

From Salon

Mr. Nalebuff, a professor at the Yale School of Management and a founder of Honest Tea, blanched when he read the back of the bottle: After water, the first two ingredients were corn maltodextrin and sugar.

From New York Times