Resistant Starch a New Weapon Against Disease Fighting of Potato Eater: A Focused Review

Abstract

Conventionally, the potato eater of Bangladesh intakes the normal starch from their potato foodstuffs. However, the phenomenon, "resistant starch (RS)" is the most crucial for our health and body against diseases. From these perspectives, this study was conducted to evaluate the most precise characteristics of RS from which we can get more and more benefits to lead a better life from potato. The interest of RS of potato varied from men to men and the intensity of taking the RS depends on the amount of starch intake. It can regulate the insulin and blood sugar. The cooking procedures and the cooling techniques may vary the amount of starch of potato which is indigestible in nature. After cooking, the cooling increases the percent of RS of potato. Finally, it may be said that the RS could change our health into a good sign as healthy men.

Effect of Different Methods of Thermal Treatment on Starch and Bioactive Compounds of Potato

“…This process causes the starch to become more crystalline and increases its resistance to digestive enzymes, and explains why the glycemic index of cold cooked potatoes is lower than that of hot cooked potatoes [6]. Many authors [6][7][8] highlight the beneficial effects of resistant starch on the human body. These effects include reducing the risk of type 2 diabetes mellitus, metabolic and cardiovascular diseases, and even Alzheimer's disease occurrence [8].…”

“…Many authors [6][7][8] highlight the beneficial effects of resistant starch on the human body. These effects include reducing the risk of type 2 diabetes mellitus, metabolic and cardiovascular diseases, and even Alzheimer's disease occurrence [8]. Other important bioactive compounds of the potato include vitamin C, polyphenols, and mineral compounds [5,9].…”