What is Polydextrose?
Additives and sweeteners
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In short
Polydextrose is an additive made mainly of linked glucose units. It is produced from sugar and is barely digested in the gut.
Why is it in the product?
Polydextrose adds bulk to products and acts as a bulking agent. It can also retain moisture and stabilise texture.
Where is it found?
Polydextrose (E 1200) is found in products such as reduced-sugar confectionery and baked goods, as well as desserts.
Too much
High amounts can have a laxative effect.
Other names
E 1200, Polydextrosa
Source
EU Regulation 1333/2008; EU Regulation 231/2012; EFSA 2021
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