maltodextrin

{
  "id": "MLC-T-ONC-014994",
  "term": "maltodextrin",
  "field": "Oncology and biomedicine",
  "definition": "An oligosaccharide derived from starch that is used as a food additive and as a carbohydrate supplement. As a supplement, maltodextrin is used to provide and sustain energy levels during endurance-oriented workouts or sports, to help build muscle mass and support weight gain.",
  "references": [
    "National Cancer Institute Thesaurus"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/oncology/maltodextrin/"
}