How do you measure your dextrose and maltodextrin?

[kethnaab]

AGes ago, last time I ordered the stuff, I got a little scoopie doo-hickey so I knew how much I was taking in. Now I'm not so sure

Maltodextrin bottle says 1 cup = approx 100g carbs. But according to the actual "conversion" charts, 1 cup is equal to approx 50g

so...what's up? how do you guys know how much crapolla you're taking in?

 

[tommymac]

i just take it according to the label mine says 100 grams is equal to i think 90 grams

so i just take 5 x 20 gram scoops which wil be 90 grams of dextrose

 

[Cynical Simian]

I don't use dex/malto, but a digital scale is easily one of the best fitness/nutrition investments I've ever made.

 

[kethnaab]

i just take it according to the label mine says 100 grams is equal to i think 90 grams

so i just take 5 x 20 gram scoops which wil be 90 grams of dextrose

where did you get the 20-gram scooper?

I didn't get a scooper.

 

[Lifterforlife]

It should say on the bag. If for instance the serving size is 1/4 cup on the bag, there are approx. 4 tbsp. in this. Simply measure out your needed amount.

 

[kethnaab]

i think I need to get me a dergone digital scale. *mutter*

I'm far too anally retentive to leave this go. Something just doesn't jive.

1/4 cup (approx .2257 to be exact) is supposed to be 50 grams. yet the jug says 1/2 cup is 50 grams.

that's a damn big difference. I'm either taking in 75 g of carbs or 150 g of carbs. That's a big difference, and dagnabit, I gotta get to the bottom of this!!!

 

[tommymac]

i bought my scooper from woolworths ( grocery store ) i live in australia

i assume any large grocery store wil have them

 

[wtlftr]

I just mix in about 3 T after a workout with my oj and glutagain. works for me