Starch is digested, broken down into glucose (a.k.a sugar), and absorbed by the body. Resistant starches, on the other hand, are a form of complex carbohydrate that the body cannot break down be ...

Starchy vegetables are often criticized for being high in carbs, but they provide important nutrients. They contain both digestible starch and resistant starch, each with different roles in the body.

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And, some are particularly good for you, especially when you’re talking about a lesser-known type of carbohydrate called resistant starch. Resistant starches offer a bunch of potential perks ...