New research indicates that obesity in the general population may be genetically linked to how our bodies digest carbohydrates. People usually have two copies of the gene AMY1, but in some regions of ...

Resistant starch is digested more slowly than simple starch, which can keep your blood sugar levels stable and have positive health effects. Resistant starch occurs naturally in whole grains, beans, ...

Beans are a superfood, but tend to come with some unwanted bodily reactions. This is an easy way to prep them to limit those ...

Please provide your email address to receive an email when new articles are posted on . Mutations in the gene encoding the enzyme sucrase-isomaltase, responsible for the digestion of small ...

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A nutrition expert breaks down how long it takes to digest food—and shares tips on keeping your digestive system healthy.

Digestion is the process through which food is broken down into smaller components for easy absorption into the bloodstream. The digestion process involves several stages involving both the mechanical ...

Been giving the stink eye to carbohydrates lately? You and the rest of America. In a time when it seems as if everyone you know has been on, is on, or is talking about going on very low carb eating ...

Freezing bread transforms its starch structure, creating resistant starch that digests slowly, much like fiber. This process leads to steadier blood sugar levels, improved gut health by feeding ...