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Starches, sugars and obesity.

Erik E J G Aller¹, Itziar Abete, Arne Astrup

¹NUTRIM School for Nutrition, Toxicology and Metabolism, Maastricht University Medical Centre+, Maastricht, The Netherlands. erik.aller@maastrichtuniversity.nl

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Dietary carbohydrates impact obesity. Slowly digestible and resistant starches benefit weight management, while high fructose intake is detrimental. Choose whole grains, legumes, and vegetables over sugary foods.

Keywords:

energy expenditure energy intake hormones insulin resistance lipids metabolic syndrome obesity satiety starch sugars

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Area of Science:

Nutrition Science
Public Health

Background:

Obesity is a growing global public health concern affecting all age groups.
Dietary carbohydrates are implicated in appetite regulation, body weight, and composition.

Purpose of the Study:

To review current literature on the effects of different starches and sugars on body weight management.
To update recent findings on carbohydrate intake and metabolic disturbances.

Main Methods:

Review of recent reviews and meta-analyses.
Inclusion of the most recent studies on carbohydrate effects.

Main Results:

Slowly-digestible and resistant starches show potential benefits for body weight management.
High fructose intake appears detrimental to metabolic health and weight control.

Conclusions:

Whole grains, legumes, and vegetables are recommended carbohydrate sources.
Reducing intake of sugars, particularly from sugar-sweetened beverages, is advised for better health outcomes.