Benefits: Maltose can moisten the lungs, promote fluid production and eliminate dryness. Can be used for treating qi deficiency, mental fatigue, abdominal pain due to deficiency of cold, lung deficiency, and chronic cough and asthma. Because maltose is not easy to be decomposed by bacteria to produce acid, it can prevent dental caries; Maltose also has the functions of strengthening the spleen and stomach, moistening the lungs and relieving cough; Disadvantages: Too much maltose can lead to tooth decay, toothache, excessive calories and acne. Maltose is a carbohydrate, which is not suitable for patients with hyperlipidemia, fatty liver, dental caries and cardiovascular diseases.

Usage: Because maltose is not sweet, it can increase the color and fragrance of dishes, and is often used to make high-grade candy, biscuits, moon cakes, bread, barbecue, barbecued pork sauce and other condiments. Maltose has strong fermentability. When used in fermented food, it is not only mild in sweetness, but also makes the cake softer and more delicious. Adding maltose can prevent starch from aging and prolong food, but it is not suitable for diabetics.