Comparing E1200 - Polydextrose vs E457 - Alpha-Cyclodextrine

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Overview

E1200 - Polydextrose

Polydextrose (E1200) is a man‑made, soluble fiber used to add bulk, body, and moisture to foods with little sweetness or calories. It helps sugar‑reduced foods feel and taste more like their full‑sugar versions and is commonly used as a humectant, stabiliser, and thickener. It is approved in many countries and is generally well tolerated, though large amounts may cause gas or bloating in some people.

E457 - Alpha-Cyclodextrine

Alpha-Cyclodextrine (E457) is a ring-shaped carbohydrate made from starch. In foods, it works mainly as a stabiliser and thickener, helping protect flavors and improve texture. You’ll usually see it on labels as “alpha-cyclodextrin” or “E457.”

Synonyms

E1200

Polydextrose

68424-04-4

E457

Alpha-Cyclodextrine

Functions

bulking agent humectant stabilizer thickener

stabilizer thickener

Origins

Synthetic

Plant

Microbiological

Products

Found in 1,339 products

Found in 1 products

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Popular questions

Is polydextrose bad for you?
No—major regulators (e.g., FDA, EFSA) consider it safe as a food additive and soluble fiber; large amounts may cause gas, bloating, or a laxative effect in some people.
Does polydextrose raise blood sugar?
It has a very low glycemic impact because it’s largely non‑digestible and provides about 1 kcal/g, so it typically does not significantly raise blood glucose.
Polydextrose what is it?
A synthetic, soluble fiber made by polymerizing glucose with small amounts of sorbitol and citric acid (E1200), used as a bulking agent, humectant, stabilizer, and thickener.
What is polydextrose fiber?
It’s a low‑digestible soluble fiber that adds bulk and slight sweetness to foods, helps boost fiber content, and is partially fermented in the gut.
Is polydextrose good for you?
It can help increase fiber intake and reduce calories/sugar in foods, which may support digestive regularity and weight management; tolerance varies, and excessive intake can cause GI discomfort.