What is Maltodextrin powder?
Maltodextrin is an easily digestible form of carbohydrate made from natural corn-starch. It is a white powder with high solubility and a neutral taste profile. Why use Maltodextrin? 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. When trying to gain weight it can be hard to eat constantly. When eating gets too much or you simply don’t have the
