Additives for use in treatment operations, and more particularly, additives that include maltodextrin, are provided. An example of an additive is a well fluid additive for use in a subterranean formation that includes maltodextrin. Another example of an additive is a well fluid additive for use in a subterranean formation that includes maltodextrin and an organic acid. Another example of an additive is a well fluid additive for use in a subterranean formation that includes maltodextrin and tartaric acid.