Episode description

Have you heard about resistant starch foods? Resistant starch foods have gained increased attention as a potential tool to improve gut health and support a healthy microbiome.

Today I'll share what resistant starch foods are and why they are good for you!
I will also discuss the much-debated claim that these foods can aid in weight loss and help you decide if starch resistant foods can be of additional benefit to you. 

Essentially a type of fiber, noted benefits of starch resistant foods include improved gut health, better blood sugar control, improved nutrient absorption, reduced inflammation, and the list goes on! 

I focus on women in menopause and post-menopause who may benefit from consuming resistant starch as part of a healthy diet. Especially for those that are stuck losing weight and need to shake it up, want to improve gut health and reduce inflammation, and reduce the risk of type 2 diabetes and cardiovascular disease risk, then resistant starch foods are worth a try. 

I also discuss who else may benefit from these foods, how much you should ideally be eating every day, and how many of the foods I mention are in your pantry right now! 

Remember, it's essential to consume resistant starch as part of a healthy, balanced diet that includes a variety of nutrients. All types of fiber have health benefits, so eat a variety of fiber-containing foods.

Reach out to me at heike@heikeyates.com or on social media if you have more questions and need help with your health goals. 

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Links mentioned in the show:

• Fasted + Fit Over 50 JumpStart 
• 6 Ways to Optimize Your Health and Reduce Inflammation
• How to Manage Microscopic Colitis
• 5 Amazing Ways Intermittent Fasting Helps You in Midlife
• What do you do if you're struggling to lose weight?
• The Easy-to-Follow Intermittent Fasting Guide for Newbies

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