Maltodextrin
A highly processed starch powder used as a filler and thickener — spikes blood sugar fast.
A white powder made from corn, rice or wheat starch, used to bulk out and thicken processed foods.
It has a very high glycaemic index (higher than table sugar), spiking blood glucose, and may affect gut bacteria.
A hidden fast-acting carb — a signal of ultra-processing worth watching if you manage blood sugar.
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It is a highly processed carbohydrate used as a bulking and flavor carrier. It is generally recognized as safe, but frequent intake may not suit people managing blood sugar, and some research links it to gut microbiome effects.
A highly processed carbohydrate used as a carrier for flavorings. It can raise blood sugar rapidly and offers no nutrition.
It has a high glycaemic index and is a sign of a highly processed seasoning. It is safe in small amounts but adds no nutritional value.
This cheap filler and flavor carrier is digested very quickly. Large intakes may affect blood sugar and gut microbiota.