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Starch and Health: Nutrition, Metabolism and Medical Applications, a volume in the Applications of Starches in Food and Packaging Series, discusses the use of starch and its role in human health. This volume provides detailed information on the glycemic index of various starches, the role of resistant starch in gut health, and practical starch uses in managing disorders such as diabetes and cardiovascular disease. Through detailed analysis and practical insights, readers gain a deeper understanding of the nutritional and medicinal applications of starch. Chapters deal with digestive metabolism of starch; different types of resistant starches and its health benefits; starch in gut, cardiovascular, and mental health; besides innovations in starch-based medical applications, and its implications in food allergies and intolerances. This comprehensive approach ensures that the volume serves as both an informative guide and a practical tool for those in the field. By compiling the latest research findings, methodologies, and case studies, this book serves as a valuable resource for scientists, researchers, and industry professionals seeking to harness the potential of starch in human health.
Contents
1. Introduction to Starch in Human Health
2. Digestive Metabolism of Starch
3. Resistant Starch. Types and Health Benefits
4. Functional Foods and Starch
5. Starch and Gut Health
6. Starch in Medical Nutrition Therapy
7. Starch and Cardiovascular Health
8. Starch in Cognitive and Mental Health
9. Innovations in Starch-Based Medical Applications
10. Starch and Food Allergies/Intolerances
11. Starch and Special Populations Needs
12. Future Perspectives on Starch in Health
