Is there any nutritional benefit to eating moltose dextrin

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Maltodextrin is identified as a non-sweet sugar filler commonly used in food products. While it serves as a low-calorie sweetener, it lacks significant nutritional value. The discussion highlights curiosity about its presence in food items despite its minimal health benefits, suggesting that it may be used for texture, bulk, or as a preservative rather than for nutritional enhancement.
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thanks :smile: I wonder why they put it in food then?
 
thankz said:
thanks :smile: I wonder why they put it in food then?
It's a low calorie sweetner
 
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