All baby formula must have at least a minimum number of carbohydrates. In Europe, the composition and the number of these carbs are highly regulated. Maltodextrin is a complex carbohydrate that lacks sweetness and is generated from starch. The use of Maltodextrin helps reduce the sweetness of formulas due to natural milk sugars. It also helps to ease digestion and reduce sensitivity to lactose. They are complex carbs which also help infants to stay satiated for longer periods.