Why use dextrose?

[SoreArms]

I have been noticing that quite a few people here use dextrose, and like any newbie I am curious as to what it is and why you would use it. I have been able to find out that it is a type of glucose but have not found any info on why people take it. Is it to keep blood sugar levels up? Is this a supplement that is good for every one to take at any stage of their training or diet? Should it only be taken while bulking or cutting, etc...?

As you can see, many questions. Any info on this subject is greatly appreciated.

Thanks in advance buds.

 

[Synpax]

Scientific Description

Dextrose is derived from corn starch, (very similar to maltodextrin) and is used in several manufacturing applications for several reasons. It is produced by the enzyme conversion of corn starch and refined by ion-exchange demineralization. Dextrose is a fine white powder, hygroscopic and dissolves in water instantly (disappears).


Bodybuilding and Athletic Supplementation Description

Dextrose gained its popularity in the bodybuilding community for basically one reason, creatine monohydrate. Dextrose is the premiere ingredient in the so-called "Performance Creatine's". Why? Dextrose is equal to maltodextrin on the glycemic index having a score of 100. Which means that when you take dextrose at the same time with creatine its intake into the muscle is far greater than taking creatine alone. Dextrose or any high glycemic carb causes insulin levels to go up rapidly, thus bringing more creatine into the muscle cells. Bingo, high performance creatine.

What is the difference between Maltodextrin and Dextrose?
1. TASTE, maltodextrin has an extremely weak sweetness to it. Plus it doesn't mix as well as dextrose. Dextrose on the other hand is very sweet and DISAPPEARS in water when stirred with a spoon. Hence, it is very friendly to the user. Adding dextrose to creatine makes it taste good and mix easily. Both are derived from corn strach which gives them their high glycemic level rating. But maltodextrin is complex and dextrose is simple.

Recommended Usage
Take dextrose after you workout out, when glycogen levels are low. Approximately 50 to 100 grams. Using creatine with dextrose is an excellant anabolic agent.

 

[SoreArms]

Thanks for the info.

I am currently taking creatine, so this definately sounds like something I will adding to the plethera of supplements that are compiling in my cabinet.

 

[Teramicyn]

Scientific Description

Dextrose is derived from corn starch, (very similar to maltodextrin) and is used in several manufacturing applications for several reasons. It is produced by the enzyme conversion of corn starch and refined by ion-exchange demineralization. Dextrose is a fine white powder, hygroscopic and dissolves in water instantly (disappears).


Bodybuilding and Athletic Supplementation Description

Dextrose gained its popularity in the bodybuilding community for basically one reason, creatine monohydrate. Dextrose is the premiere ingredient in the so-called "Performance Creatine's". Why? Dextrose is equal to maltodextrin on the glycemic index having a score of 100. Which means that when you take dextrose at the same time with creatine its intake into the muscle is far greater than taking creatine alone. Dextrose or any high glycemic carb causes insulin levels to go up rapidly, thus bringing more creatine into the muscle cells. Bingo, high performance creatine.

What is the difference between Maltodextrin and Dextrose?
1. TASTE, maltodextrin has an extremely weak sweetness to it. Plus it doesn't mix as well as dextrose. Dextrose on the other hand is very sweet and DISAPPEARS in water when stirred with a spoon. Hence, it is very friendly to the user. Adding dextrose to creatine makes it taste good and mix easily. Both are derived from corn strach which gives them their high glycemic level rating. But maltodextrin is complex and dextrose is simple.

Recommended Usage
Take dextrose after you workout out, when glycogen levels are low. Approximately 50 to 100 grams. Using creatine with dextrose is an excellant anabolic agent.

Excellent info. Thank you. Sure will be adding on my creatin routine.