CHP LABS’s Amylocel (Waxy Maize Starch) is derived from natural corn starch and is a food grade modified starch. It is very bland in flavor and has a white fluffy like consistency. So why use Amylocel rather than dextrose or maltodextrin? For years now people have used a mix of dextrose and maltodextrin for post workout nutrition because it works and is vital for proper glycogen replenishment. Welcome to the new era of post workout nutrition… Amylocel. Amylocel has a much higher molecular weight and a much lower osmolarity rate compared to dextrose or maltodextrin, so what does this mean… Mainly, Amylocel bypasses the stomach, is absorbed by the intestines and immediately is assimilated; this is all done at a much faster rate than dextrose or maltodextrin, almost double. Amylocel has the ability to replenish the body’s glycogen stores much faster than a mix of maltodextrin or dextrose. This is accomplished again by Amylocel’s ability to bypass the stomach and go to the intestines for immediate absorption. WMS’s ability to shuttle all these nutrients and starch gives the body an immediate "pump" you can physically feel in your muscles post workout. You will see a much larger, fuller and rounder muscle belly. Dextrose and maltodextrin can cause water retention and bloating, hence Amylocel's popularity with pre contest preparation carbohydrate replenishment. Many dieters choose Amylocel as their carb of choice as it is sugar free and an ideal source of a long chain complex carbohydrate. Amylocel has the ability to quickly bypass much of the harsh digestion process in the stomach and go to the intestines (ileum) for immediate absorption, this allows this complex carbohydrate to stay in long chain polymer form before being broken down or digested after it has crossed the intestinal wall. which in turn causes a low glycemic response as these polymer chains are virtually untouched as they are still in tact before the stomach had time to break them down and are broken down at a much lower rate.