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Maltodextrin

Moderate risk

Moderate risk

The evidence is mixed or limited; it is generally permitted but worth being aware of.

What the research says

Glycemic index above glucose; animal work links it to mucus-layer thinning and E. coli adherence.

Source: Nickerson 2015 Gut Microbes

Found in these products

Apple Cinnamon Rice CakesQuaker
Chewy Protein Bar Peanut Butter ChocolateKirkland Signature
Chocolate Rice CakesQuaker
Cinnamon Toast CrunchGeneral Mills
Cocktail rodeoHacendado
Crunchmaster Multi-Grain 6-Seed Crunchy Baked Rice CrackersCrunchmaster
CrunchyCheetos
Fairlife protein drinkFairlife
GARDEN SALSA FLAVORED Sun ChipsSun Chips
Gold Standard 100% Whey Extreme Milk ChocolateOptimum Nutrition
Harvest CheddarSun Chips
Nacho CheeseDoritos

Other moderate risk ingredients

Acesulfame-K
Acetic Acid Esters (E472a)
Added Caffeine
Added Phosphates (listed)
Added Sugar
Agave Syrup
All ingredients

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