Resistant starch, similar to dietary fiber, is not digested in the small intestine but in the large intestine, providing health benefits such as improved digestion, regulated blood sugar, and promotion of healthy gut bacteria. Natural sources include navy beans, lentils, oats, whole grains, and bananas. There are four types of resistant starch: RS1, RS2, RS3, […]
Starch is a polysaccharide made up of glucose molecules synthesized by plants. Two types of starch, amylose and amylopectin, are stored in granules inside cells. Starch biosynthesis occurs in amyloplasts and chloroplasts, and involves enzymes. The purpose of starch biosynthesis is to provide an energy reserve for plants. Research is underway to increase starch production […]
