Positive benefits of resistant starch in sugar control, weight loss, nonalcoholic fatty liver disease, including gut microbiome health

Release time:

2024-10-24

Resistant starch is a type of starch that is not digested and absorbed in the small intestine. It has many health benefits. It is a natural corn-based resistant starch with a high fiber content and has been validated by the FDA and EFSA to effectively control blood sugar and reduce blood sugar response. For example, it can act as a source of nutrients for colon strains, promote probiotic growth, and improve gastrointestinal health; Increase satiety, help control appetite and manage weight.

Studies have shown that consuming 40 grams of resistant starch per day can significantly reduce body weight and body fat content, improve glucose tolerance and insulin sensitivity. In addition, resistant starch can also reduce chronic inflammatory factors in the blood and directly cause weight loss by altering the gut flora. In particular, an increase in bifidobacterium adolescens was significantly associated with a decrease in BMI and a decrease in abdominal fat. At the same time, the article also put forward the concept of "not low carbon, cut carbon, but better carbon", suggesting the choice of high-quality carbohydrates, such as whole grains, vegetables and beans rich in dietary fiber. Preliminary results show that resistant starch diet can significantly increase the time to reach glucose target, reduce the average blood glucose level, and reduce blood glucose fluctuations.