{"id":122,"date":"2024-02-29T14:59:48","date_gmt":"2024-02-29T14:59:48","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/aihealthinsight.org\/?p=122"},"modified":"2024-02-29T15:03:20","modified_gmt":"2024-02-29T15:03:20","slug":"fibers-not-coconut-fiber","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/aihealthinsight.org\/fibers-not-coconut-fiber\/","title":{"rendered":"Fibers – Not Coconut Fiber"},"content":{"rendered":"

This is a part in the role of the Carbs\/Glucose.<\/p>

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The type of starch found in various foods, I’ll categorize them based on the common types of resistant starch they contain. This table will include examples of foods that predominantly feature each type of resistant starch, offering a clear overview of where these starches can be found in the diet.<\/p>

Type of Resistant Starch<\/strong><\/th>Description<\/strong><\/th>Food Sources<\/strong><\/th><\/tr><\/thead>
Type 1<\/strong><\/td>Resists digestion because it’s bound within fibrous cell walls.<\/td>Whole grains, seeds, legumes.<\/td><\/tr>
Type 2<\/strong><\/td>Naturally resistant to digestion due to its high amylose content.<\/td>Raw potatoes, green bananas (unripe), plantains.<\/td><\/tr>
Type 3<\/strong><\/td>Formed when certain starchy foods are cooked and then cooled.<\/td>Cooked and cooled potatoes, rice, pasta.<\/td><\/tr>
Type 4<\/strong><\/td>Chemically modified to resist digestion under conditions that normally break down starches.<\/td>Commercially modified starches found in some processed foods.<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>

Notes:<\/h3>
  • Green Bananas (Unripe):<\/strong> These are a prime example of Type 2 resistant starch, which is not broken down in the small intestine but instead ferments in the large intestine, acting as a prebiotic.<\/li>\n\n
  • Cooked and Cooled Foods (e.g., Potatoes, Rice):<\/strong> These contain Type 3 resistant starch, especially after being refrigerated and then consumed cold or reheated. The cooling process changes the structure of the starch, making it more resistant to digestion.<\/li>\n\n
  • Whole Grains, Seeds, Legumes:<\/strong> These foods are rich in Type 1 resistant starch due to their fibrous cell walls, which protect the starch from being easily digested.<\/li>\n\n
  • Processed Foods with Modified Starches:<\/strong> These may contain Type 4 resistant starch, which is created through a process of chemical modification to resist digestion.<\/li><\/ul>

    This categorization helps in understanding how different types of resistant starches contribute to dietary fiber intake, support gut health, and can impact the body’s glycemic response. It’s also crucial for dietary planning, especially for individuals looking to increase their intake of fiber-rich foods or manage blood sugar levels.<\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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