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Malt Diastase

What is Malt Diastase?

Malt diastase is a carbohydrolytic enzyme useful for digestive support and general nutrition support. Malt diastase is characterized by the ability to break down amylose and other polysaccharides. The enzyme works with amylase and glucoamylase to digest carbohydrate rich foods such as grains as well as malt, maltose, and sugars.



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Products containing Malt Diastase


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Source(s) Derived From

 Animal Sources, Plant Sources

Malt diastase is also known as maltase. It is produced by the cells lining the small intestine.

Natural or Artificial?

 Natural

References

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Aliases (Also Known As)

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Revision History

Action User Date/Time
Ingredient addedUPC Food SearchSeptember 9, 2010 @ 8:48 PM

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