You don’t have to shy away from carbohydrates when you are managing your blood sugar. Of course, not all carbs are created equally. Some foods, such as those with added sugars, should be limited, ...

There are several different types of fiber, one of the most crucial nutrients. Here's what to know about resistant starch in food and why it's good for you. You’ve probably heard of the importance of ...

Carb-loaded foods, rich in sugars and refined carbohydrates, have a profound impact on various aspects of health. These foods, often processed and lacking essential nutrients, can contribute to ...

Runners with insulin resistance face a unique challenge: On the one hand, they’re told to watch how many carbs they eat in order to keep their blood sugar levels from getting out of hand. On the flip ...

People with health conditions like Type 2 diabetes, gestational diabetes or polycystic ovarian syndrome may have been advised about the value of an insulin-resistance diet. But this way of eating can ...

A recent review in Frontiers in Nutrition highlights resistant starch — the type naturally found in beans, bananas, and cooled potatoes — as a surprising carb that may improve blood sugar control, ...

Carbs aren't known as a traditionally healthy food, but they transform when chilled. Cooling pasta, potatoes, and rice changes their structure and turns them into resistant starches. This makes them ...

Learn what foods to find it in and how much you should be eating. Reviewed by Dietitian Jessica Ball, M.S., RD Resistant starch resists digestion and feeds beneficial gut bacteria, producing ...

Constant eating keeps insulin levels elevated throughout the day. Spacing meals gives insulin levels time to return to ...