Is Maltodextrin easy to digest?
Maltodextrin is technically a ‘complex carbohydrate’, however it has a high glycemic index score meaning it is very easily digested. Digestion is often a problem for ‘hard-gainers’ (those who struggle to gain weight) so to this extent maltodextrin is extremely beneficial! If you are a hard-gainer then maltodextrin is the product for you, hence why it is used extensively in the majority of ‘off the shelf’ weight-gain formulations and energy drinks. It is ideal for adding to a protein drink to increase the calorific value, and ultra convenient too! It is not as sweet tasting as dextrose either so adding a large amount to a protein shake or other beverage will not affect taste too significantly.
