"Harnessing Resistant Starch for Effective Weight Loss"

A study investigated the impact of resistant starch (RS) on obesity and metabolic phenotypes in individuals with excess body weight. The 20-week trial demonstrated that RS intervention led to significant weight loss, reduced fat mass, improved glucose tolerance, and insulin sensitivity. The study also found that RS reshaped the gut microbiota, with certain species such as Bifidobacterium adolescentis and Ruminococcus bromii showing significant associations with the observed metabolic benefits. These findings suggest that RS intake may facilitate weight loss and improve metabolic health by reshaping the gut microbiota.