Cold carbohydrates, such as potatoes and pasta, can be healthier than freshly cooked dishes, according to Finnish nutritionist Marianna Hölttä. When these carbohydrate sources, like potatoes and pasta, cool down, they transform into resistant starch. This process, Hölttä explained, provides a beneficial source of food for gut bacteria. The previously consumed pasta or potatoes from yesterday may appear older, but they offer a healthier option due to this resistant starch formation. Topics: #potatoes #pasta #yesterday Post navigation The reason why you should always cook potatoes in a larger quantity Oh, how did the mouse get on its back? Well, the cat caught it…(1)
“This is a really interesting perspective on how our bodies process carbs – I’ll definitely be cooking extra potatoes from now on!” Reply