topicResistant Starch Gut Health Randomized Trial
claimPurpose of review Resistant starch (RS) has been widely investigated as a dietary component with potential metabolic benefits, including improved insulin sensitivity, lipid profile, and inflammatory markers.
evidence level4
citationTavares IRG (2026)
sourceResistant Starch as a Functional Nutrient to Control Cardiometabolic Risk Factors in Humans: An Integrative Review.
topicResistant Starch Gut Health Randomized Trial
claimThis integrative review aimed to synthesize evidence on the effects of RS consumption in dietary interventions on metabolic and cardiovascular parameters in adults and older adults.
evidence level4
citationTavares IRG (2026)
sourceResistant Starch as a Functional Nutrient to Control Cardiometabolic Risk Factors in Humans: An Integrative Review.
topicResistant Starch Gut Health Randomized Trial
claimRecent findings RS intake, particularly RS2 and RS3, was associated with significant reductions in postprandial glucose, insulin, and HOMA-IR, as well as improvements in total cholesterol, LDL-C, and triglycerides.
evidence level4
citationTavares IRG (2026)
sourceResistant Starch as a Functional Nutrient to Control Cardiometabolic Risk Factors in Humans: An Integrative Review.
topicResistant Starch Gut Health Randomized Trial
claimHowever, clinical findings remain inconsistent, particularly regarding RS type and dosage.
evidence level4
citationTavares IRG (2026)
sourceResistant Starch as a Functional Nutrient to Control Cardiometabolic Risk Factors in Humans: An Integrative Review.