What is Maltodextrin?

Maltodextrin is produced from corn starch and is easily digestible. The name 'Maltodextrin' refers to Dextrose polymers of varying lengths. However, unlike Dextrose, Maltodextrin is not very sweet. Maltodextrin is a fine white powder with a bland taste and contains virtually no fat or protein and is a great source of energy.

Although technically a complex carbohydrate, Maltodextrin results in a glycemic response similar to that of Dextrose.

How should I take this supplement?

Dextrose can be consumed before, during and after intense exercise for the best results in.

How should use this supplement to formulate my Post Workout Shake?

Weight and training intensity are two factors that play a role regarding your post workout shake.  Most sources suggest 0.25 per pound of lean body mass for cutting and 0.50 per pound of lean body mass for individuals wishing to increase body mass.

Protein should be in a ratio of 2 to 1, so if you have a lean body mass of 170 lb, this would mean 42 grams of carbs and 21 grams of protein if you are cutting, and 85 grams of carbs and 43 grams of protein if you are in a mass gaining cycle.  This should be ingested within 30 minutes of training.

Or, Many athletes use dextrose and maltodextrin at a 1:1 ratio.  For example: using the example above you would use 21 grams of dextrose, 21 grams of maltodextrin, and 21 grams of protein in your post workout shake.