I am about to embark on a radical new weight-loss diet. Want to hear the rules? Beans on toast, leftover pasta and potatoes, and reheated rice. I sense you raising an eyebrow, but let me assure you.

A form that is readily found in oats and barley, called beta-glucan, can control blood sugar and assist in weight loss among ...

There are several different types of fiber, one of the most crucial nutrients. Here's what to know about resistant starch in food and why it's good for you. You’ve probably heard of the importance of ...

The number of AMY1 gene copies you have affects how your mouth’s bacteria respond to starchy foods like bread and pasta, potentially influencing your risk for cavities and gum disease. People with ...

Food scientists explain that when starch (such as the complex carbohydrates in pasta and rice) is cooled, some of it is “retrograded” to a form called resistant starch.

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." YOU WOULDN'T THINK that the phrase "resistant starch" would be a hot topic on social media, but it's 2024 ...

Taters and toast could be tooth trouble in disguise. A new study suggests that the number of AMY1 gene copies you have plays a crucial role in how the bacteria in your mouth respond to starch, ...

A recent study reveals that incorporating resistant starch, found in foods like cooled potatoes and legumes, can ...

It's common knowledge that sugar causes cavities, but new research provides evidence that -- depending on your genetic makeup -- starches could also be a contributing factor. It's common knowledge ...

Consuming starchy foods such as potatoes, tubers, roots, and refined grains may not significantly affect caries development, according to a longitudinal study recently published in the Journal of ...