Why Leftover Pizza Might Be Healthier
3 days ago
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- Leftover pizza contains resistant starches formed when cooled below 40°F, acting like fiber.
- Resistant starches remain intact even after reheating, reducing blood sugar spikes.
- This effect applies to other starches like rice, pasta, potatoes, beans, and lentils.
- Scientists studied this using electron microscopes and human trials, including early-morning rice consumption.
- Digestion starts in the mouth, highlighting the complexity of food-body interactions.