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Submitted by SHNS on Wed, 09/23/2009 - 13:20

Maltodextrin is a food additive, but don't hold that against it. In fact, many people are downright sweet on it. We've been hearing some good things about this complex carbohydrate, so take our quiz:

1. From what natural source does maltodextrin derive?

a) Potato starch

b) Corn starch

c) Rice starch

2. The cooking process that turns the starch into a sweet white powder (maltodextrin) is called what?

a) Hydrolysis

b) Hydroponesis

c) Hydrochondria

3. Maltodextrin is best known for being a key ingredient in artificial sweeteners such as Splenda and NuStevia. But what's another popular dietary use for this additive?

a) Thickening agent for dog food

b) Sweetener for fair funnel cakes

c) Energy gel for marathon runners

4. Which famous athlete has endorsed Pure Sport, a maltodextrin-rich energy drink?

a) Usain Bolt

b) Michael Phelps

c) Tom Brady

5. Why is maltodextrin recommended for older adults?

a) It helps prevent osteoporosis, particularly in women

b) It is easily digestible in fiber supplements

c) It helps mask the bitterness of fiber supplements

6. According to The Washington Post, why is maltodextrin not optimal as a sweetener in baking?

a) It causes baked goods to be "too strongly flavorful"

b) It causes "heaviness or sponginess" in dough

c) It causes both of the above

ANSWERS: 1:b; 2:a; 3:c; 4:b; 5:b; 6:b.

Sources: www.sugar.org; Washington Post; nutrition.about.com.

(Contact Sam McManis at smcmanis(at)sacbee.com)

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