During retrogradation, the structure of starch changes to become more resistant to enzymatic breakdown, allowing it to pass through the small intestine undigested and reach the large intestine where it feeds beneficial bacteria
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Dr. Alan MandelEvidence Quote
“during this retrogradation process the structure of the starch changes it becomes more resistant to enzymatic breakdown this means that when we eat it it passes through our small intestine we don't have the enzymes to digest resistant starch it makes its way to the large intestine feeds the probiotics”
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24-Hour Rice: Lower Carbs, Fix Insulin Resistance, Heal Gut, and Fights Cancer! Dr. Mandell— motivationaldocCreated: 8/13/2026, 9:56:05 AM
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