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It is necessary to consume 50-65 % of daily calorie intake from carbohydrates. The ratio of intake of carbohydrates increases with a protein-restricted diet. The protein sparing effect of carbohydrates also occurs because insulin has an effect on increased protein synthesis and inhibition of protein degradation. Low protein rice, low protein flour, starch products and maltodextrin are commonly used as carbohydrate calorie sources for protein-restricted diets. Maltodextrin does not contain protein, does not provide sweetness, dissolves well in water, and does not increase viscosity. Therefore we can incorporate it into various foods and drinks. It is thought maltodextrin may be an important carbohydrate based calorie source. |