Cook, refrigerate, reheat, repeat.
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Reheating leftoversfrom the night before is a ritual most of us take part in every week.
The formation of resistant starch happens when certain starchy foods are cooked and then cooled, she explains.
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Once cooled, these foods can then be reheated.
What Are the Benefits of Resistant Starches?
If you struggle with insulin management, resistant starches can help you regulate high levels of insulin production.
Supports Gut Health
Resistant starches are consumed by thehealthy bacteria in our gut,.
Improves Digestion
Resistant starches can improve the quality and regularity of our bowel movements, Sanger says.
Along with promoting satiety, resistant starch goes above and beyond in doing good for ourgastrointestinal system.
Oats
Sanger and Menning both agree that oats are an excellent source of fiberandresistant starch.
Cooking, cooling, and reheatingoatmealhelps create resistant starch while maintaining its fiber content, Sanger explains.
Green Bananas and Plantains
Green bananas and plantains are excellent sources of resistant starcheseven without reheating.
