Maltodextrins complex or simple?

[81LARGE]

HELP! I hear from one guy that maltodextrins are just another type of complex carb and from another guy they are "simple". Whats the real truth?

 

[Fyre]

Maltodextrin is a complex carbohydrate derived from starch. It is released slowly into the bloodstream. This keeps energy levels high for your entire workout without the extra amounts being stored as fat.

 

[iced]

it is complex to a degree, but it does raise insulin quite a bit.

 

[81LARGE]

So if it does release a lot of insulin,can i take it after my workouts? Or would dextrose still be the best choice?

 

[bigdaddy22]

dextrose is definately a better choice if you are concerned with raising insulin levels