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Maltose Foods high in maltose and how much you need · Sugars

Maltose is a disaccharide sugar that is composed of two glucose molecules. It is commonly found in foods such as malted barley and is used as a sweetener in some food products. Maltose is also produced during the digestion of starches in the body.

Most in a serving: Glucose syrup, partly refined, starchy

There's no official daily target for maltose.

Among plant foods, glucose syrup, partly refined, starchy; edamame and wheat whole have the most maltose per serving.

Plant sources

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Foods highest in maltose

Ranked from 208 foods in our catalog, one entry per food.

1

Glucose syrup, partly refined, starchy 3.3 g

serving (30 g) · Sugar and syrups
2

Maltodextrin 1.1 g

serving (20 g) · Miscellaneous ingredients
3

Edamame, frozen 1 g

serving (90 g) · Pulses
4

Wheat whole, boiled 0.73 g

serving (140 g) · Rice
5

Marshmallow 0.57 g

serving (30 g) · Confectionery
6

Mamey sapote 0.53 g

serving (140 g) · Berries
7

Barley malt for beer 0.48 g

serving (30 g) · Miscellaneous ingredients
8

Liquorice, licorice 0.39 g

serving (30 g) · Confectionery
9

Flour, coarse wheat flour 0.37 g

serving (30 g) · Flour
10

Rye flakes 0.36 g

serving (40 g) · Flour
11

Aroma rye malt 0.32 g

serving (10 g) · Miscellaneous ingredients
12

Wheat tortilla 0.3 g

serving (55 g) · Sandwiches and burgers
13

Noodle, whole wheat 0.3 g

serving (55 g) · Pasta
14

Green bean, string bean, boiled 0.29 g

serving (90 g) · Pulses
15

Spinach spaghetti, boiled 0.28 g

serving (140 g) · Pasta
16

Kiwi 0.28 g

serving (140 g) · Fruits
17

Rye macaroni 0.27 g

serving (55 g) · Pasta
18

Wheat flour 0.27 g

serving (30 g) · Flour
19

Pulled oats 0.24 g

serving (40 g) · Pulse products
20

Cherry 0.24 g

serving (140 g) · Fruits
21

Croissant, home-made 0.2 g

serving (55 g) · Savoury bakery
22

Chicken nuggets, deep-fried, lactose-free 0.16 g

serving (85 g) · Poultry dishes
23

Pea, green, frozen 0.15 g

serving (90 g) · Pulses
24

Date, medjool 0.12 g

serving (40 g) · Fruits
25

Lingonberry juice 0.12 g

serving (240 g) · Juices
26

Broad bean, fava bean, dried 0.11 g

serving (35 g) · Pulse products
27

Cherry juice, tart 0.11 g

serving (240 g) · Juices
28

Blackberry 0.1 g

serving (140 g) · Berries
29

Cranberry lingonberry juice 0.1 g

serving (240 g) · Juices
30

Black currant juice 0.07 g

serving (240 g) · Juice drink
31

Lingonberry 0.07 g

serving (140 g) · Berries
32

Porcini, boiled 0.07 g

serving (85 g) · Mushroom
33

Soy product, soured, 2% fat, calcium 0.07 g

serving (170 g) · Yoghurt
34

Brussels sprout 0.06 g

serving (85 g) · Vegetables
35

Red onion, fried 0.05 g

serving (85 g) · Cooked vegetables
36

Parsnip 0.05 g

serving (85 g) · Vegetables
37

Chanterelle, fried 0.05 g

serving (85 g) · Mushroom
38

Blood sausage, black sausage 0.04 g

serving (55 g) · Offal dishes
39

Mushroom, blanched 0.04 g

serving (85 g) · Mushroom
40

Rocket, arugula 0.04 g

serving (85 g) · Vegetables
41

Crouton 0.04 g

serving (7 g) · Wheat bread
42

Squid, deep-fried 0.03 g

serving (85 g) · Crustaceans and molluscs
43

Groat sausage, fried without fat 0.03 g

serving (55 g) · Sausages
44

Banana, deep-fried 0.03 g

serving (30 g) · Fruit and berry dishes other than pies
45

Swede, mashed 0.03 g

serving (85 g) · Cooked vegetables
46

Vendace, fried 0.03 g

serving (85 g) · Fish
47

Mashed carrot 0.02 g

serving (85 g) · Cooked vegetables
48

Sunflower seed 0.02 g

serving (30 g) · Nuts, seeds and dried fruits
49

Linseed, whole 0.02 g

serving (30 g) · Nuts, seeds and dried fruits
50

Sesame seed, white 0.02 g

serving (30 g) · Nuts, seeds and dried fruits

Learn about maltose

What does maltose do for the body?

Maltose is a type of sugar that is broken down into glucose, providing a quick source of energy for the body. It is commonly found in grains and some fruits, and is used by the body to fuel various cellular processes and activities.

How much maltose do I need?

There are no specific requirements for maltose intake, as it is naturally present in various foods and the body can obtain the necessary glucose from other carbohydrate sources. It is more important to focus on maintaining a balanced diet with adequate carbohydrates for overall energy needs.

Can maltose be harmful?

Maltose is considered safe for consumption in moderate amounts. However, excessive intake of maltose, just like other sugars, can contribute to excess calories and potential health issues such as obesity, dental cavities, and erratic blood sugar levels. It's important to consume all sugars, including maltose, in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

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