Maltodextrin is used in some infant formulas as a replacement for the natural milk carbohydrate lactose. In this post, we discuss some basics and tell you where to find out more.

Periodically, Formula Sense highlights information you’ll find in the searchable Ingredient Interpreter catalog that is part of our Learning Center. There you can look up an ingredient by its scientific or common name and learn about its role in infant health. This month’s ingredient highlight: Palm Oil