Diet and nutrition are a cornerstone of health and wellness. Small changes can have big impacts! With so much research and so many opinions, many people still struggle with what they should be eating. When looking for help, it’s difficult to wade through the various schools of thought since people become entrenched in their dietary camps: keto, carnivore, vegetarian, Mediterranean, etc. Recent trends have been leaning toward decreasing or eliminating carbohydrates in general. But, if history has taught us anything, vilifying specific food groups can have consequences. Are all carbs bad? If our industry espouses a personalized approach to health, shouldn’t that include diet? In today’s episode, we discuss the good and bad of carbohydrates – and more specifically starch. We discuss the different types of starch and the fact that not all carbs are created equally Today on The Lab Report: 2:25 Why are we vilifying carbohydrates? 5:00 Not all carbs are created equally – let’s talk starch basics 6:45 Starch digestibility and glycemic index 8:30 Slowly digestible and resistant starch 12:00 Effects on the microbiome 15:15 Starchy foods and Retrogradation 19:00 Glycoalkaloids, potato safety, corn starch 21:10 Question of the Day Is there anything nutritious in a potato? Subscribe, Rate, & Review The Lab Report Thanks for tuning in to this week’s episode of The Lab Report, presented by Genova Diagnostics, with your hosts Michael Chapman and Patti Devers. If you enjoyed this episode, please hit the subscribe button and give us a rating or leave a review. Don’t forget to visit our website, like us on Facebook, follow us on Twitter, Instagram, and LinkedIn. Email Patti and Michael with your most interesting and pressing questions on functional medicine: [email protected]. And, be sure to share your favorite Lab Report episodes with your friends and colleagues on social media to help others learn more about Genova and all things related to functional medicine and specialty lab testing. To find a qualified healthcare provider to connect you with Genova testing, or to access select products directly yourself, visit Genova Connect. Disclaimer: The content and information shared in The Lab Report is for educational purposes only and should not be taken as medical advice. The views and opinions expressed in The Lab Report represent the opinions and views of Michael Chapman and Patti Devers and their guests.     See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.