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Can humans digest amylopectin?


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Amylopectin:

  1. Amylopectin is a highly branched chain polymer of D-glucose units, linked by glycosidic bonds. It is insoluble in water and constitutes around 80% of starch.
  2. Amylopectin is used as a thickener and stabilizer in various dishes.
  3. Amylopectin is a storage molecule in plants, present as starch granules.
  4. It is used in the textile industry as a stiffener.
  5. It has also been utilized in various adhesive formulas.
  6. Examples of natural amylopectin sources are potato, rice, cassava, etc.
  7. Humans and other animals with amylase enzyme have the ability to digest amylopectin.

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