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Dextrin solution is a solution containing dextrin and other major electrolytes for our body.It is used as oral rehydration solution eg rice dextrin.Its advantages over glucose solution is that it results is lower stool out put and hence result in retention of water.
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What material is formed when enzymes in saliva mix with starch?
When enzymes in saliva mix with starch, first the carbohydrates are broken down into dextrin. Then dextrin is broken down into maltose and glucose
What are the enzymes used in the hydrolysis of starch to dextrin and maltose?
Diastase
What is the molecular weight of Dextrin?
The molar mass of glucose (syn.: dextrose) is 180,063 388.
Is dextrin the same as dextran?
no. - dextrans have the general formula H(C6H10O5)xOH - dextrins have the general formula (C6H10O5)n
What is a thickening agent used in many foods?
When I make gravy I usually use cornflour as a thickening agent
Is there any significant difference between wheat dextrin and corn dextrin?
no
Is dextrin a gluten?
No, dextrin is a short carbohydrate. Gluten is a protein, principally from wheat. Without knowing how the dextrin is produced, however, it would be impossible to know whether it might be contaminated by gluten. Dextrin is produced from starch, which can come from many sources.
Can you add wheat dextrin to your dogs diet?
Yes, although I don't know why you would want to. Commercial dog food is very carefully blended to have the right balance of nutrients and all the reputable brands have a great deal of scientific research behind their formulae. Adding a supplement like wheat dextrin could throw off the balance of nutrients. Also, some dogs are allergic to wheat products, so adding wheat dextrin could cause an allergic skin reaction. However, if you are advised by your veterinarian to add wheat dextrin, I would follow your vet's advise as he will know more about your dog's particular medical status and have a reason for adding the supplement.
Can Dextrin cause a sharp spike in Blood sugar levels?
Not if it is truly dietary fiber. However Dextrin is a generic name for a group of compounds and not all dextrin is dietary fiber. Wheat andpotato dextrin sold as dietary fiber have a slight dampening effect on blood glucose after meals, but they tend to extend the length of the post prandial spike. You don't go as high, but you stay high longer.
Where to buy dextrin?
Dextrin can be purchased from skylighter.com
What is maltose dextrin?
dextrine and maltose are byproduct of starch when starch is completely hydrolized it gives dextrin and maltose
What is partially degraded starch?
dextrin
The role of starch in dextrin production?
Dextrin are a group of low molecular weight carbohydrates produced by the hydrolysis of starch. Dextrin are mixture of linear alpha 1,4-linked glucose polymers starting with an alpha 1,,6 bond.
What is the name of the short chain of glucose?
dextrin
What polysacchrasides can be hydrolyzed to make dextrin?
corn starch
What color is dextrin when lugol's iodine is added?
ambar
How does dextrin affect the human body?
from the breakdown of starch
