The Starch that Makes You Lean and Healthy

“Dr. Hyman, I took a quick glance at your Eat Fat, Get Thin plan and saw that you recommend potato starch as part of the diet,” writes this week’s house call. “I thought we were supposed to avoid carbs?“

[@sylhomeo6351]

So glad doctors are going ‘healthy’ and getting away from drugs! Bravo doc!

[@JessicaOrban3606]

I respect anyone who admits that they changed their opinion, and why, instead of pretending that their previous platform never happened

[@jdd6447]

He probably has stocks on potatoes. Lol

[@ittybittyitzy]

Did he change his platform ?

[@iroulis]

@@ittybittyitzy No. Resistant Starch is not absorbed into the bloodstream, so can be considered fiber.

[@fredrickeriksson1965]

Vegans usually do that. Even keep promoting the nonsense long after they quick the cult

[@missthunderstormable]

@@fredrickeriksson1965 lol

[@Magsent]

Now I know I can trust what my body asks for. It wants potatoes and it gets potatoes and it settles my stomach flare ups like nothing else. I have long stopped listening to 'experts' when it comes to nutrition. Your body is very intelligent and knows what it needs.

[@cynthiashores57]

Listening to your body - I've read that advice many times and you have learned it's true.👍

[@yoya4766]

Ditto! I can't sleep sometimes if I don't eat crisps. It's the potato I crave, maybe its the potassium in it.

[@MikeCola]

One of the main reasons why resistant starch improves health, is that it feeds the friendly bacteria in the intestine and increases production of short-chain fatty acids like butyrate.

[@maplesden6768]

thanks Mike!!!

[@Tk-iz2ws]

That's what the doctor said.

[@pamjuliani9179]

Thomas Delaur did a great youtube video or this even more indepth talking about specific resistant starch foods and how they are divided further into 3 categories, benefiting different types of gut bacteria...Just FYI

[@jamessheridan4306]

Someone here said that sourdough bread is a resistant starch. Thoughts?

[@MikeCola]

@@jamessheridan4306 Yes, I've heard that too. I just googled it and a lot of people feel the same.

[@Enidangel22]

Okay, Dr. Hyman... I got the potato starch you recommended and am trying it. I've also been on the Ketogenic program for about 2 months. I've lost 16 lbs. so far and my stomach had shrunk a lot. I'm trying the Bob's Redmill unmodified potato starch to see if I can get through some of the plateaus faster. I am 60 yrs. old and decided this year before attempting to lose weight, I would actually study nutrition and the reason I became overweight and ended up with Type 2 Diabetes. The Ketogenic program has gotten rid of my T2 Diabetes and also realize I can never go back to eating sugar and refined carbs again. Thank you for the potato starch tip and I'll keep you posted. Vickie

[@latus_sang]

Vickie Anderson So how did it go?

[@mauriciotorres4974]

Vickie! hows it going?

[@2006lilmoe]

Are you ok?

[@redhotz21]

Vickie Anderson I'm new to keto, how did potato starch go?

[@nebojsa1976]

I'm sorry to tell you all, but Vickie is gone :-(

[@will45-OU812]

This was a very positive experience for me I make my own potato starch and I was looking for some uses for it. To hear feeding the flora that got my attention I had wondered about such a thing before an then here's a doctor telling me just what I need to hear. Thank you I'm glad that you take the time to do these videos words of wisdom should be heard.

[@clsatc]

How do you make potato starch?

[@mauritiusdunfagel9473]

Nutrition is so complex. Thank you for informing me about resistant starch in an enjoyable way!

[@janeta9553]

Dr.Hyman thank you very much for all your advice and caring. i am in good hand thanks to your office .

[@samanthaj4800]

Omg I learned all about this in my nutrition class!! So cool to already know every detail he’s talking about idk why I find it so cool I love my nutrition class and prof so much

[@gramps5157]

It just helps to further validate what you know.

[@christinabasri5114]

I have been on Keto since March 2019. Lost 17 lbs after 6 months. Now on OMAD. However my fasting blood sugar is still erratic and hovers around 6.4. Excited to learn about resistant starch. Will definitely include it in my diet. Tks much!

[@tazboy1934]

Vegetable carbs

[@icecreamladydriver1606]

How has the resistant starch been working for you?

[@babitarana3893]

My husband put on weight very easily, but he feels hungry so often. So he started to eat leftover rice and veggies straight from the refrigerator before lunch so that I don't know about this as he was on weight loss program but he felt that instead of having that extra meal, he was losing weight instead of gaining after such day then we realize the power of resistant starch.

[@andrewnorris5415]

So far I have been reading your books, but so great to see you in person. You are clearly glowing and in sound mind.

[@marynordseth2788]

Dr. Hyman, I've been eating (drinking) potato starch, and am surprised that when I over eat or eat at late hours, the damage isn't so bad. I'm eating two tbsp./day, and I believe IT IS a prebiotic. I've stayed at this amount for about a year, but I have cravings at night that I struggle with. 3 more pounds loss & I'm in the 150's.

[@nickdannunzio7683]

Yes, I have been doing the low carb thing since 1985 starting with Atkins, I dropped from 280 to 220 over the course of about 5 years (I am 6'), then the South Beach in less than 2 years took me to about 205, now in less than a year with Keto I am at 195 ... I have always used small portions of russet potatoes and beans in my diet ... I have always ate fat and EVOO... I use honey, maple syrup and dark chocolate for sweet... I only eat real food... I hike 3 (5 milers) a week for exercise...

[@mowthpeece1]

I love starch. Can't live without it. It's helped me lose 10lbs in the last few months and I am never hungry. All I had to do is eliminate all added fat and oils and boom! The weight fell off. You cannot beat the comfort foods!

[@onthepurplepath]

I have resistant potato starch and not sure what dose to use. 2 Tablespoons a day? Any other tips you recommend for maximizing its benefits? Thanks

[@icecreamladydriver1606]

@@onthepurplepath The doctor said a tablespoon morning and evening.

[@RobertSmith-sw8ug]

I'll try some and let you know. Thanks for the great information about this and all the great news on health topics

[@atilacorreia]

If you observe some of the Japanese ancient meal preparation, they eat their starch cold (for example: in sushi), eat their fish raw (don't heat up the omega3-6 fatty acids) and eat fermented foods like Natto, Miso, Katsuobushi, etc This is one of the things that I find people don't talk a lot, that our modern world with industrialized food and modern cooking methods turn the food unhealthy. A big example of it is dairy, which is heated and homogenized losing their proper structure and nutrition and doing a lot of harm to the human body.

[@nygardenguru]

Good observation they eat their rice cold as sushi

[@maryannesimmons4068]

Very true, read an interesting article on how and why the Japanese eat rice but do not put on the weight. Have a very interesting recipe on potatoes too, now gotta go look for it.

[@SushiMane01]

the rice or fish in sushi is not served cold, but room temp. big difference

[@Murphyrm2361]

I have your book, using the eat fat ideas and now down 40 lbs

[@MikeCola]

One of the most important benefits of eating resistant starches is it feeds the good bacteria in your colon and is responsible for the production of butyrate (Butyrate is a type of fatty acid that helps your gut work right.). Butyrate is like the superfood of the colon. Increasing butyrate levels has many health benefits. It promotes cell health in the colon, reduces inflammation, and decreases your risk for colon cancer. Having good gut flora (gut bacteria) is so important for your health.

[@shelleykrier7417]

Thank you. You are helping the world "undoctor". We can and should, take care of ourselves with , largely, what we eat. I love all the bad stuff but even I changed my world by changing what I ate. This stuff is the future of real healthful living.

[@katebeme]

Hi Dr. Mark. I am almost 82 and am going to try the potato starch beginning tonight. I ordered your book but it won't be here for another ten days. I will tell you how I am doing in a week time. Thank you for caing. I live in New Zealand

[@roblabow9702]

Thank you for the info Dr. Hyman.

[@Sbannmarie298]

Dr. Hyman is the man!

[@ShodaiJerryND]

Thank you DR Hyman for this information. BUT, I am Type A blood and potatoes are not recommended for my type. It is the lectins in the potato that poke holes in my gut and cause the damage. Yes potato starch does create short chain fatty acids in the gut but for type A's it is at the risk of more of the very damage we are trying to prevent. I suggest guar gum as a good alternative for potato starch. No lectins to cause damage. Keep up the good work doctor. Dr Jerry, retired ND.

[@KenDBerryMD]

Great info! I love catching Dr Hyman's new videos, I always learn something.

[@andrewnorris5415]

You appear to have now debunked the blood sugar effect. Would you agree it could still be very beneficial to feed gut bacteria?

[@JohnnyArtPavlou]

🧐

[@desmondhughes9143]

If dr berry likes him so do I.

[@offshoretinker]

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[@lorettadillon-ham1574]

Dr Berry “are you using sarcasm?” You yourself have a video explaining your patient’s attempts with this information and the claims here were not supported 😎

[@elletuppen4844]

This talk is just wonderful. I’m sure many you tubers are happy to hear about the properties of the glorious spud. Thank dr H🌹🌹🌹you

[@snippetsordinarylife]

Sourdough bread is resistant starch as well.

[@Straightdeal]

Wow, glad to hear that! I eat about 2-3 slices of sourdough toast a week.

[@susydyson1750]

excellent

[@vincentconti3633]

@@Straightdeal it's not like any of this stuff is poison.... Even rice...God forbid... If you are healthy you can even have a pizza once a month!!!!!!

[@merlynbalmes9815]

I eat pizza once a week. But now I know the right thing of eating no harm to do. But still I’ll eat pizza once ina while

[@SuperBotanica]

sometimes i cook potatoes with their skin on and leave them in the fridge for 2-3 days. I use it to make fried potatoes or cut small cubes for a chicken soup or salad

[@loualcaraz6497]

I can honestly say dr Hyman saved my life. 3 years ago I began feeling sickly and after visiting my dr I was diagnosed with T2D. My dr immediately recommended putting me on metformin and glipizide. I asked if there was anything I could do to avoid these prescriptions. He said a radical change to my diet might help but he was skeptical. I told him to give me a month and if things didn’t change I would go on the medications. I was devastated but determined to beat this disease. I didn’t know where to turn. While researching on the internet I just so happened to have the tv on pbs. They were showing a fundraising program featuring dr Hyman and his plan to reverse diabetes. I watched his program and followed his low carb lifestyle. Within a week I lost 10 pounds and felt better than I had in years. It wasn’t easy and the sugar cravings were brutal but I knew I was on the right track. When I returned to my dr, he couldn’t believe how much weight I had lost and when my blood test results came back he was shocked at the difference. I didn’t need to go on any medication. It’s been over 3 years now and I thank God every day for dr Hyman.

[@skwish6401]

Yes, Dr Hyman is experienced and good human beings. God bless him.

[@riosale]

I had irritation for many years and potato starch was miraculous for me, it removed my irritation after 1 week of taking it with water. My stool work showed that my colon bacteria was normal again. I'm using potato starch, along with other non-wheat flours (e.g. almnond, green banana, coconut), to cook bread. Delicious!

[@onthepurplepath]

Please share a bread recipe! The farmers market vendors luckily have many nourishing gluten free blends at $11-25/loaf they are incredible breads but not resistant starch. Would like to try make my own as my functional doctor suspects I have leaky gut (waiting for test results)

[@riosale]

@@onthepurplepath Here is a recipe I found. kzbin.info/www/bejne/mGKrgKVvfdt8l6c You can try different flours. I currently don't use almond flour too mcuh because I found out that it is very high in oxalates, but once in a while I think it's Okay. You can try also with other flours like coconut and potato starch. I mostly get the basics from a recipe and then I change it with what I have in hand. I'm sure I also had leaky gut. I believe you can fix leaky gut with your diet. One option is the Plant Paradox diet (it's a book). I healed myself with this diet. Good luck in your health journey.

[@minastern7501]

You are the best Doctor! God bless you!

[@rangerdoc1029]

I've tested myself after eating resistant starch & it absolutely kicks me out of ketosis for the rest of the day.

[@jamesaccardi8158]

Staying in ketosis for long periods can lead to many cancers.2 weeks max.

[@marynordseth2788]

I have taken resistant starch for a year. I can see how it helps me lose weight, especially when I occasionally snack before bed. I don' gain weight, but I don't lose it, either. Only when I keep to high fat, low carbs, (no blueberries) do I lose up to 1/2 or 3/4 lbs. per day. Thanks Dr. H.

[@suziesmith2142]

Oh hey, tell me why, no blueberries, please. I thought they were just the bomb superfood and I put tons of frozen blueberries in my smoothies. Any help is appreciated. THANKS!

[@sharroon7574]

@@suziesmith2142 I think she is saying too many carbs

[@icecreamladydriver1606]

@@suziesmith2142 Just add a tablespoon of potato starch to your shake.

[@williampurcell]

1. Cook your starchy foods (brown rice, potatoes, oats etc.) 2. Let them cool/go cold 3. Reheat them and eat Results in more Resistant Starch

[@moodmeditation4458]

Reheat will not again activate starch?

[@FourthOneIsIt]

I learned how to make a breakfast high in resistant starch going on a year ago. The health effects have been stupendous, but I haven't lost an ounce.

[@wayne3302264]

I do not know your diet but have you eliminated sugar including fruits which many people do not associate with sugar content? Sure fruits have vitamins and minerals but you can obtain those from other sources without dealing with the downside of fruit consumption which is the sugar content which when consumed stimulates insulin production which means no fat burning by the body during a period of insulin production. This is why intermittent fasting is recommended by many nutritionist if you are trying to lose weight because it gives the body a period of little to no insulin production and promotes fat burning even while sleeping. Also are you getting enough B1? Both of these helped me achieve my weight loss goal.

[@SuperBotanica]

I don't have breakfast since 10 years - only coffee

[@paolaloyagarendon2628]

My nutritionist recommended me to drink potato juice as a first food in the mornings for 9 days, I guess this is another way to eat the resistant starch. It helped me a lot!

[@radhikashinde7769]

Thanks for letting us know about this helpful starch.Your videos give lot of imformation

[@patriciagarcia5301]

Potatoe starch sounds like a good item to stock in my kitchen

[@boondoggle4820]

Thank you! I knew that I didn’t feel the insulin spikes that I normally feel after eating high glycemic carbs after eating potatoes, and that I actually felt better after eating them with a balanced meal of say baked fish and leafy greens. I eat a baked sweet potato at least once a week, and I feel great after eating my meal that includes it, and I’ve been dropping a ton of weight, all of which is the opposite that I feel after eating sugar and processed complex carbs. This explains exactly why, and why baked potatoes are fine to eat on a lower carb diet.

[@lillytwo]

I have adopted the Vegan lifestyle for 2.5 months to date. yay!When I eat potatoes (no oil included) as a complete meal, which is often, I feel soooo good. It is like a natural high, and digestion is effortless, my body is saying, more of that please. Resistant Starch working impeccably?

[@susan6437]

+King Bee The best thing I have ever done, other than a vegan lifestyle, is to stop using processed oil. Whole foods contain healthy oils, it only becomes unhealthy when extracted from the plant. Thanks for your reply, much appreciated.

[@djohnson-ku4cl]

I love Swiss food and they eat a lot of potatoes. I couldn't figure it out why Swiss were still healthy. It turns out in their popular dish Rosti, they refrigerate the potatoes, over 24 hours. It really changes it. Different taste and texture.

[@anthonycarbonaro7890]

Dr... A Prebiotic also feeds Candida Fungus. People who are struggling with this condition should be very careful about including potato starch in their diet. Blessings 🙏

[@huckleberrypa9100]

Thanks Anthony that was the very question I had!

[@sonyaj66]

Please provide a link to whatever study demonstrates this claim regarding resistant starch. It is counterfactual to everything I’ve read and heard from experts...what are your credentials?

[@anthonycarbonaro7890]

@@sonyaj66 So, on the surface it seems that consuming a lot of resistant starch could be nothing but good, right? Well, not necessarily so. Your gut biome (the community of commensal, symbiotic, and pathogenic microorganisms that share space within your gut), is incredibly complex and the flora that reside there varies greatly from individual to individual. Not only do friendly microbes occupy the area, but so do unhealthy and pathogenic ones. Some people have more pathogenic microbes than others. And, if there are a lot of unfriendly microbes present or if certain microbes are living in the small intestine that don’t belong there, or a particular microbe is present in too many numbers, they will feed on the resistant starch as well, which can lead to a whole host of problems. Even the good guys become pathogenic when they are out of balance. If you visit various online forums that discuss the topic of increasing resistant starch in the diet, you will see there is a very wide variety of responses. Some people are reporting miraculous improvements, while others are reporting significant side-effects, setbacks, and a decline in health (including diarrhea, abdominal pain, distention, gas, constipation, nausea, bloating, cramps, acid reflux, fatigue, brain fog, anxiety, psychological disturbances, and intestinal blockage.) The response one has is dependent on what microbes they have in their gut biome and where they are located. www.holistichelp.net/blog/is-resistant-starch-healthy/

[@sonyaj66]

@@anthonycarbonaro7890 Well, a couple of things: I'm actually pretty well-versed on the gut microbiome and how it is affected by diet, sleep, exercise, etc. I read Ed Yong's fascinating book "I Contain Multitudes" a few years ago, and listen to high-quality podcasts (Dr. Peter Attia's The Drive and Dr. Rhonda Patrick's Found My Fitness as two examples), where they have interviewed experts (whom I define as those who study and research this for a living). So, yeah - you haven't regurgitated anything that I didn't already know. Also, I checked out that link you posted, and you did nothing but cut and paste text from it. SIBO and C. albicans fungal overgrowth are issues that can only be diagnosed, AFAIK, via a comprehensive stool sample test and an expert in managing gut health. In other words, not random laypeople commenting on an internet forum. Not Ms. Perkins. Not you. Not me. Also, I should point out that the last sentence in your above post: "....The response one has is dependent on what microbes they have in their gut biome and where they are located..." makes the important point and essentially refutes your initial post. Here is an actual scientific meta-analysis on resistant starches that is impressively comprehensive. It's probably not geared towards laypeople (I have a BS in nutritional science/exercise physiology and a podiatric medical degree, so it was an engaging and informative read for me; I'm bookmarking it for further reading) that I would recommend anyone wishing a more comprehensive understanding of to check out: academic.oup.com/advances/article/4/6/587/4595564 BTW, I'd bet heavily that Dr. Hyman is reading and referencing scientific journal articles like those I posted that he bases his podcasts on. Having listened to him in podcast interviews, I feel he is a really excellent source of reliable information on the subject of health, diet and longevity. He, Dr. Jason Fung, Dr. Attia, Dr. Patrick and some others are doing a tremendous service to the community by spreading evidence-based information and science.

[@margotkonieczny1015]

Hallo yes i am using the Unmodified Potato Starch from Bobs Red Mill, and i lost 12 Pounds sofar.Very happy about it.Thank you Dr Hyman. I tell other People about it if they need a Tip to loose waight.Thank you very much.( using it for about 8-9 weeks.)

[@loganturner3895]

What to EAT??The controversial subject,WILL never END!

[@karenbrandwein4759]

Is Bran resistant starch. Used it for years.. A couple of spoonfuls helps bowel function. Often like magic. And keeps you full so you don't eat to much. The problem is it's not as readily available anymore. Stores have dropped it because it's low cost. They tend to carry higher prices items and dropped the lower ones and whole foods isn't doing bulk cause of the pandemic. Don't even remember if they still carried it. It was so inexpensive. Been a long time. That's what bran. Bob's redmill products are the best. Though around here very pricy.

[@latharamanujan3074]

What kind of bran? Oats?

[@eslamberson]

I took potato starch in a glass of cold water for a month. It did nothing for lowering my blood sugar. What DID lower my blood sugar was taking a tablespoon of ACV in a cup of water before I went to bed.

[@ghostofuchiha3807]

What is ACV?

[@sharonstanley5054]

ACV = apple cider vinegar

[@AtEboli]

Good info

[@rf9477]

Bioindividuality for the win! Good for you for finding out what worked for YOUR body. 😊

[@WamuyuGatheru]

I end the 10 day autoimmune detox today. Athritis on the onset has been sharply reversed and am so grateful. Should I eat this way forever? - no carbs, no starchy veg, no legumes. Or can I take back some, like legumes, when the athritis is totally behind me? I want to run again in the future and will need the carbs.

[@gpoverchuk]

Oh I just got 2 pounds of potato starch and I am so looking forward to getting my gut healthy again

[@Arjunarjunskiy]

Any updates?

[@dakshsbhardwaj8007]

yes I tried the potato diet by Tim Steeles. Heat and cool down a potato. I heated and cooled the potato multiple times. Now, I have potato allergy. I get diarrhea, every time I eat anything that has any amount of potatoes.

[@marynordseth2788]

Dr. Hyman, your video got me started on resistant starch..now I take it morning and night before meals I did notice intestinal gas, not usual for me. Must be the starch. the only time in two months on the regime.

[@enjoyhealthnow1]

good your gut bacteria is fermenting the starch

[@Suresh8848m]

Great stuff Dr. Hyman. Keep going.

[@renecharbelfrancis]

So true... I have internal hemorrhoids and leaky gut I think...bloating... I eat sometimes this vegan chips that have potatoes starch that I thought it wasn't good and I feel good afterward unlike when I rarely eat refined sugars

[@asphere2875]

Cooled and reheated (under 100 degrees) white parboiled rice helps my psoriasis

[@sallysmith428]

Thanks, I'm gonna investigate this. Sounds good.

[@grammargalaxy7091]

Yes!!! I accientally had a glass of potato water and fell the effects immediately. I have had stomach aches since childhood-almost everything excpt meat hurts my stoach, especially sugar products. I was in a car accdent over 30 years and have a cellular problem with my leg was that hurt. When I drank the potato water I felt circulation in that leg for the first time. I have not found you brand . Bob"s Red Mill, you recommened but just mixing potato water in a glass of water, I could feel the effect on my stomach. By the way, I'm 73 and that is the first tie my stomach has been quiet in all these years.

[@mkshffr4936]

Decades ago Sunchokes (Jerusalem Artichoke) were everywhere. I can't seem to find it anywhere anymore. I need to find some to grow myself.

[@ethereumrise7860]

Try Waitrose or local markets!

[@lorettadillon-ham1574]

3:12 and 3:21 “in fact in one study ...” But you don’t list any study reference or link in the description 🤨🤨🤨🤨

[@JwhiteW45th]

Okay. This seems so interesting to me I just bought the book on Amazon and I’m going to give it a try. Wish me luck!

[@mvwxiv]

Good luck

[@rlockridge2]

After experiencing chronic diarrhea I had a colonoscopy and was diagnosed with microscopic colitis. My insurance would not pay for the mesalamine that was prescribed and the sulfasalazine that was approved came with a lot of side effect baggage. After researching the condition I decided to try a very bland diet that included white rice. As a matter of convenience, I cooked a large volume on the weekends and refrigerated it, warming slightly in the microwave before meals. I ate one cup per day and saw an immediate remission of the diarrhea, continuing now for about 2 months. I think I may have inadvertently created resistance starch through the cook-and-cool process that had a healing effect through strengthening my gut microbiome. Of course, n=1 is not very strong science but if it helped me it may help others who suffer from this very poorly understood condition. I have actually stopped the rice and added back healthy veggies, butter, eggs, etc and even some cream, milk and berries and am still in remission. I'm going to try potato starch if I have a relapse. Thanks for your great advice on healthy eating, Doc. You da best!

[@Talletc]

Robert Lockridge this is what we give dogs when they have the scoots. Funny how vets know, but doctors so not...

[@lindapitchford4941]

Could you give an update. I'm experiencing diarrhea episodes. I'm glad you found health.

[@roubinigaridi8504]

Thick soup boiled rice, sometimes with a bit lemon juice or plain, was given to us by my mother whenever we had diarrhea and it always helped us, we kept having it untilll the diarrhea remissioned. I DO NOT know if the potato starch will help with diarrhea though. I would stick with rice unless I wanted to expirement.

[@sheilamore3261]

Wow this is amazing I’ve never known this never heard of it I am most certainly want to try this thank you very much🥰

[@dogofwar2524]

will the brand Hodgson mill work 4 resistant starch don't want to mess up my weight loss LOL I started in February of 2016 and now I've lost a hundred and ninety-five pounds so far so I like to try the potato starch to see if I can keep up my weight loss thank you for your time

[@holly7010]

Bravo for you!!!!!!

[@seannewhouse1549]

ALSO! I read about if you eat certain foods first and others last from youre plate it helps speed up digestion even more i think they said if you eat the lighter, healthi-er foods first before carbs?! apparently having soup before meals may not be so beneficial if t just breaks down nutrients but they day soup helps satiate if before meals also working at avoiding thick foods like peanut butter for help with weight loss

[@Mighreal1]

Been recommending it for my clients who are changing their lifestyle and it does wonders :) Vermicelli or Japchae noodles

[@fearnot7500]

Wow Vermicelli and Japchae Noodles are resistant starch?I didn't know and I have been cutting them out of my diet because I thought they are simple carbs.Thank you!I am going grocery to buy Vermicelli and Japchae Noodles!

[@GymRat2133]

i cook my brown rice 15 minutes instead of 30, let it go cold and eat it straight from the fridge. I'm lean and it fixes all my gut issues , whenever I get some

[@MikeCola]

Not all carbs are created equal. Resistant starches are carbohydrates that are resistant to digestion (like soluble fiber). Healthy Carbs For Weight Loss. Resistant starch (the healthy carb) have a number of health benefits. They can improve insulin sensitivity, reduce inflammation and help feed the good (friendly) bacteria in your stomach.

[@vickieturner8688]

thebozman 1000 Ok, there is absolutely no call for rudeness. I watch many videos and invariably there are people asking questions that were addressed and answered in the video. For some reason they just didn't watch it or pay attention to it. That happens ALL the time.

[@thalesnemo2841]

Still a carbohydrates and still not needed for the human diet !

[@angellighten3526]

Genetics influence whether or not high fat or high starch based diets will lead to decreased inflammation and weight loss. Not everyone does well on a high fat diet. This video clearly proves that organic high quality starches clearly have benefits to many body types.

[@timsteele1723]

I cover RS very thoroughly in my book, The Potato Hack: Weight Loss Simplified.

[@bobleclair5665]

a good way to make potato starch is with a juicer,,cut and run your potatoes through the juicer,,,let the potato juice set for a little while and the starch being heavier will settle to the bottom,drain off the juice (but save the juice),, you now have the starch, too whiten it,just add cold water and stir,,and the starch will settle again,a little whiter,, pour out water and repeat process (doesn’t take long),, when finished,pour your starch onto plate with paper towel covering it and wicking off the moisture,let set overnight,,potato starch,,,ok,,,now,you’ll need the potato liquid that you saved to put in the dried potato grate to bring it back to life,,also add in some of your potato starch,salt and pepper and mix and let set a little while,, get your frying pan oil hot and make potato pancakes,,

[@bobleclair5665]

oh,,I forgot,,and add one egg,enjoy

[@kayumochi]

I have taken Bob's almost daily for 3 years now and can't recommend it enough.

[@dianeortega8065]

How has it helped? I'm thinking about trying it.

[@joesilkwood4958]

We said elaborate!!

[@kayumochi]

Google "resistant starch primer for newbies" I had intestinal difficulties since the late 1980's that were largely healed with resistant starch. Adding certain probiotics and NAC healed it up completely.

[@joesilkwood4958]

Wow! Cool! Tks!

[@haveaniceday7950]

What intestinal difficulties?

[@pramujisinggihriyanto6901]

Love your content on healthy starch..

[@steelcathedrals2112]

It would be interesting to see an update to this video and some RCT's as all I can find is anecdotal

[@Cynthia_Cantrell]

As some one with a severe nightshade food allergy, I'll pass on the potatoes, thank you very much.

[@icecreamladydriver1606]

Maybe you could try tapioca starch.

[@nathanielswan909]

I began using 2 tbsp/day of this starch about 2 months ago. Not only did it level out my morning blood sugars from 130-100, it did within a few days allow me to sleep through the night. Sometimes it is hard to take it and my sleep is immediately compromised. My daily average blood sugar is down under 100 and hopefully, I can report back in 4 months my new A!-C levels. I actually thought 2 tbsp was the dose, not 4. I guess I can begin adding some to my current dose.

[@signsandgraphicsinc]

Nathaniel Swan, what is the best way to eat to help you sleep better?You seem to know how to control your blood sugar. Please advise. Tnx

[@nathanielswan909]

@@signsandgraphicsinc Sleeping difficulties can be caused by many issues.....This is how I do it. I take ashwagandha 1000 mg a day. I also take 2 tbs. potato starch as it seems to affect the gut bacteria in a good way. If you try the starch begin with a very small amount in about 8oz of water before bed. slowly work up to your tolerating dose as it can/could cause loose stools.

[@signsandgraphicsinc]

Nathaniel Swan , Thank you so much for your reply. I noticed you are monitoring your blood sugar. I was recently told I was prediabetic, with fasting sugar level of 105. I was shocked & am trying to reduce it. I understand better “normal levels should be between 75-80. Are there any foods when eaten thru the day or evening that seem to disrupt your sleep? Thank you again for your input.

[@nathanielswan909]

@@signsandgraphicsinc Can't seem to reply as it gets destroyed? Please be careful as many doctors should have you already monitoring your sugar levels and helping you or guiding you away from this diagnosis. I had to drop my carb. intake from 100 to 60 and now 30 gr//day before I saw the results I needed as I have not been on medications just treating it with diet and exercise. The 2 drugs used are usually either Insulin (injection) or metformin. Both are horrible and do all you can not to go further down that road. About 4 months ago everything I was doing stopped working..UGH...I am not in the process of reversing insulin resistance which is the primary cause of diabetes. Diabetes is just the symptom of the larger issue..since 50% of our population is in line for getting it or have it, many people ae selling many supplements to only drain your wallet. They do have some good things in them, but none are focusing on the root cause. Intermittent fasting and low carb might be all you have to do and I wish someone told me what I am telling you. Don't freak out with intermittent fasting.

[@lyndamedley4789]

Bobs red mill potato starch, got it!! Put in smoothie for SIBO 2 TBS DAY. NEVER TRIED YET. WILL DO!! WANT TO KEEP GOOD BACTERIA. Thank you

[@thalesnemo2841]

Please post the DOI to the RCT studies which supports your thesis!

[@sheilamore3261]

Oh my goodness I’m glad this popped back up on my phone I forgot all about potato storage thank you so much for sharing 😁👍💕

[@carriersailor2474]

This vid came in 2016. Here in 2020 I saw just yesterday a different Doctor explain how he tried the various "resistant" starch ways to cook and recook potatoes. He then ate each one, and used home meters to track both his ongoing blood sugar with an meter that was on a patch stuck to his arm, and compared it to a separate result he got from a blood-sugar meter he used once a day. He compared both readings as he tried a different recipe each day. Each day was very similar. His glucose rose on a mildly pointy bell curve on regular potatoes, and a very similar curve that took slightly longer to appear with the various re-cooking recipes. So no, the re-cooking, or "resistant" starch idea gives you a bolus of glucose very similar to regular potatoes - the recooking just sets back, very slightly, the time the bolus appears and gets tracked by a meter.

[@clsatc]

Very true, you are absolutely right about this. The resistant starch thing may be beneficial but will still cause glucose spikes

[@marvinnelson5073]

The famous Aldi zero net carb bread seems to me to be a use of a man made resistant starch. I haven’t completely worked through whether that is the case or if it is labeling trickery but that’s my hypothesis for a zero net carb bread with modified starch as the first ingredient.

[@kens118]

Cooked and cooled potatoes, are a resistant starch. Does that mean potato salad is OK on a carb reduced diet? Ken

[@slingbladejeff]

I would like to know that also..

[@millionairereseller3872]

I am not sure with keto but im on a potato diet. I eat cooked and cooled potatoes daily and healthy veggies. I make a potato salad with mustard and pickles only and i lose weight daily and am never hungry but i eat 0 fat. Lost 30 pounds in 1.5 months eating mostly potatoes

[@glorioskiola]

Carb reduced? You can try, but be careful of the dressing and don’t overeat it. If weight loss stalls, you’re eating too much.

[@justmedee1959]

This is truth...My husband and I went on a Potato Salad Diet & OMGosh did we get FAT.

[@leishaedwards6284]

You are awesome! Thank you so much.

[@largeicecapp6227]

Since when has eating become so complicated? It’s Very frustrating, thanks doc, What you are saying makes Perfect sense. Chris

[@skp2158]

Healthy eating became complicated when producers started introducing chemicals in the fields and the factories. When growers allowed the soils to become depleted of essential nutrients. When processed foods are cooked at such high heat that all nutrients and enzymes are killed. I believe once your gut is healed, and you eat purely organic, glyphosate free foods then it will get simple again.

[@xino_z]

SKP215 thank you you just saved me 25 minutes

[@maureenmcgovern9872]

I just started making oatmeal apple protein bars. Nummy! Hoping to see health improvements in my digestion and weight!!

[@ketermalkut7653]

so happy I can eat rice cooked with butter!!!!! was missing rice that I grew up on:(

[@bridgetcoffey9170]

That rice needs to be cold, remember.

[@tazboy1934]

War about whole grainpasta

[@rockingredpoppy9119]

@@bridgetcoffey9170 Can't you reheat after its cooled?

[@bridgetcoffey9170]

@@rockingredpoppy9119 No, you can’t.

[@rosspearson9103]

Truly great info, hadn't heard of it before now

[@queenbee7074]

Instead of “buying” white powders can we just eat regular natural foods which contain resistant starch?

[@freddyt55555]

You sure can, but you'll need to get an electron microscope so you can separate out the resistant starch from the regular starch. Enjoy!

[@oysteinsoreide4323]

@@freddyt55555 he/she could eat raw potatoes.

[@almaburns6562]

@@oysteinsoreide4323 Or eat cooked rice and potatoes that have been cooled and not reheated all the way, as Dr. Hyman states in this video at 2:18.

[@judithmontgomery4971]

@@almaburns6562 Why not just eat potato salad?

[@larrystratton3431]

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[@joedauginas84]

diabesity....never heard the term but it does put things into much better perspective.

[@milagrosmendoza9043]

I'm more likely to eat starch by eating potatos than by ingesting the "starch powder". I don't understand why should I eat starch powder if I can have the original vegetable with all its properties. Also, I would like to know the quantity in ounces or in the number of potatos I should eat daily. I sent for the book you recommended (Always Hungry?) and I'm anxiously waiting for it. Thank you for your help Dr. Hyman!

[@ram.4152]

Use potato starch as a thickener for alot of Asian dishes like low mein, stir fry etc

[@HH-ty5fr]

He said not to heat it??? You wouldn’t be able to use it that way?……..right?

[@MIlw55]

I SO NEED THIS! thank you

[@tanksouth]

When I was boy. “They” said. “Do not eat like grandma and grandpa. That will kill you early.” Now I am old. “They” are saying. “Eat like grandma and grandpa. It will extend your life.”

[@jawbaw6471]

How well we know. I speak a pox on both their houses. I will eat as I please.

[@sidneyeaston6927]

Right and wrong, depends on how long the advice has been passed down and repeated paying no respect to the fact that your great grand parents were probably told the same thing.

[@helencoltart3483]

I guess that depends on how old you are. Most boomers grew up with the advent of processed food.

[@marisameans9859]

My grandmother's lived to 104+...wish I had their cookbooks...

[@christinabernat6709]

I just learned of lupin flour. Very known in Europe ! Look it up - lots of info on it!! How come I have never heard about it among USA ketoers?

[@sandtx4913]

I've been on and off keto for a few years and can't remember I have ever heard of lupin flour until I read your comment (if dr Hyman mentioned it in this video it escaped me). Just did a search on KZbin and saw a video of dr Eric Berg (he has great keto and fasting video's). Will be watching it next.

[@jdstep97]

I love Dr. Hyman, and I also love Dr. Neal Barnard. Interesting that Dr. Hyman says what he does here about potatoes (or its starch). Dr. Barnard is totally against potatoes, though he's okay with yams. Regardless what either says, I'll not give up my potatoes. I'm vegan now almost six years (vegetarian before that), and I can do some yummy things with potatoes. LUVVVV THEM.

[@thalesnemo2841]

jdstep97 More bacon for me!😊

[@healthyone100]

i've been vegan 33 years but i gave up potatoes that i love also whole wheat pasta for 100% alkaline raw friuts and veggies, there no such thing as good starch its acid and mucus forming!

[@frostflower5555]

I love potatoes. It is filling and versatile. I can do anything with it once I boil them, including a potato sandwich but I stopped all the bread. I love potatoes in soup or mixed with lentils or a potato cabbage salad. I think I will buy potato starch and put some in my soups. One thing I will never do is deep frying. This will make you gain weight.

[@waynerogers5485]

The glucose meter doesn’t lie and isn’t misinformed. Try it. Test it. Check it out.

[@marinerselah1434]

Thank you very much. I tried it and am very gassy. Fact is I can’t find a decent dr. It’s all in my head according to them.

[@crazyworldlarue8388]

Many doctors really don't know anything about food! This doc says you'll be gassy for a while and then the fight between the good and bad bacteria will subside. Did you give it some time? I'm curious to know. I hope you're OK.

[@mangog8277]

Ester Q , are you still using the potato starch and are you still gassy? Thanks in advance.

[@marinerselah1434]

Nani S, I liked the potato starch. It actually worked. I must admit haven’t used in a while, they no longer sell in the store I go to. So I’ve been using just a teaspoon of vinegar and chase it with something and no more gas after my coffee or smoothie. YW. Thanks for asking.

[@dustingatzke8714]

True need some high and low glycerin. You can not eat wheat or white bread only sourdough bread it reacts different to the body keeps sugar level great you also need high in proteins and do not count calories. Calories is a energy that helps to burn fat if not enough cal or even protein you loss muscle. I have lost twenty pounds in two weeks plus i also did weight lifting first protein shake after with honey. After my next meal I would do stair climbing for fifteen minutes with ankle weights plus weight vest after that protein. It does help.

[@saud1963-]

We need a list of the resistence starch please.

[@suzanw9314]

Try Googling

[@glorioskiola]

Green bananas; cooked potatoes, cooled (you can reheat or eat cold as in potato salad); cooked white rice, cooled (you can reheat or use cold as in rice pudding). Just to name a few.

[@lunaprior6626]

Hi Dr. Mark, I have noticed that I/we when got leaky gut, need to be very observant to what kind of starches we can tolerate, especially early on in the process, any sign of blowting and gass, dont eat that particular starch... THAT sooths the GI and if you drink kombucha or waterkefir getting good and helpful gutbacteria you will have a good basis for healing... Luna

[@enzelela]

Recent (within past ten years) studies have shown that Africans tend to have a low incidence of colon cancer and that was attributed to their high consumption of maize-meal (cooked and then often eaten cold). Could this possibly be a result of maize-meal containing resistant starch?

[@taylorphillips5118]

I have type 2 diabetes and a high kidney function which means that I should (must) avoid potassium rich foods. Potatoes are very high in potassium, but what about potato starch? Is it okay due to the slow absorption rate? I've stopped taking it until I can get some information. I really hope I can resume using it, because it gives me intense clarity of thought and creativity. FUN FACT: Although it makes you fart, they don't smell.

[@stephaneracinebkk]

Hello I just buy my red mill potato starch ... so if I understand well all benefit are from non heat it but using as a powder directly into smoothie right?

[@nancylouin2002]

Jerusalem artichokes are supposed to be full of resistant starch too. I'm sensitive to nightshades and have avoided them for about a decade. Do you think the potato starch is devoid of the oxalate? Does the kind of cold rice make any difference?