THE SURPRISING BENEFITS OF STARCH
Jan 22, 2019
3 minutes
BY ELIZABETH WARD, M.S., R.D.
FEELING PRETTY good about cutting out pasta, potatoes, and other starchy fare from your diet? Not so fast: Research shows you may actually be missing out on a slew of health benefits, including a sleeker physique. That’s because all high-carb foods are not created equal. Some are rich in resistant starch, which actually promotes weight loss, plus a whole lot more.
Resistant starch is a type of fiber found in certain plant foods, including beans, corn, and bread.
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