March 2024 PMID 38409604

Resistant starch intake facilitates weight loss in humans by reshaping the gut microbiota.

Huating Li, Lei Zhang, Jun Li, Qian Wu, Lingling Qian, Junsheng He, Yueqiong Ni, Petia Kovatcheva-Datchary, Rui Yuan, Shuangbo Liu, Li Shen, Mingliang Zhang, Bin Sheng, Ping Li, Kang Kang

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Peak: 12 in Feb 2024
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Total likes

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Feb 2024 – Dec 2025

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What people are saying

The collection of discussions demonstrates a collective interest in the research, with users sharing examples such as how resistant starch in cold pasta and potatoes promotes weight loss, along with supportive remarks like 'this could be a game changer.' The tone ranges from supportive to mildly skeptical, reflecting curiosity about the practical implications of the findings.

AgreementModerate agreement

Most posts recognize and support the positive findings of the study, suggesting a general consensus that resistant starch contributes to weight loss and gut health improvements.

InterestHigh interest

The high interest score reflects curiosity and enthusiasm, with many discussions emphasizing the biological mechanisms and practical applications of resistant starch in weight management.

EngagementModerate engagement

Posts show a moderate level of engagement, with some sharing detailed summaries, referencing related research, or discussing dietary sources like cold pasta and rice, indicating active but not deeply critical involvement.

ImpactModerate impact

While users acknowledge the relevance for health and dieting, the overall impact is modest, as many discussions are supportive but don't suggest immediate changes or widespread behavioral shifts.

Abstract in brief

  • Resistant starch (RS) intake helps in weight loss and improves insulin resistance in overweight or obese individuals by modifying gut microbiota.
  • The study shows that 8 weeks of RS supplementation can lead to an average weight loss of about 2.8 kg and beneficial changes in gut bacteria, particularly increasing Bifidobacterium adolescentis.
  • These microbiota changes influence bile acid profiles, reduce inflammation, restore intestinal barrier function, and inhibit lipid absorption, with B. adolescentis playing a key role in the weight loss effects.

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Neil Floch MD
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Resistant starch intake facilitates weight loss in humans by reshaping the gut microbiota | @Nature https://t.co/KynqqI75tM

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Neil Floch MD
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Resistant starch intake facilitates weight loss in humans by reshaping the gut microbiota | Nature Metabolism https://t.co/KynqqI75tM

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Resistant starch intake facilitates weight loss in humans by reshaping the gut microbiota | Nature Metabolism https://t.co/hpTnHqgw6X

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Welping JiaとHuating Liらの@NatMetabolism #OA #論文 Resistant starch intake facilitates weight loss in humans by reshaping the gut microbiota https://t.co/J4IdfaACaG 【注目のハイライト】代謝:難消化性デンプンは腸内微生物相を介して体重減少を助ける https://t.co/Vmq0e1JkGD https://t.co/z9rnjn1LwJ

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Resistant starch intake facilitates weight loss in humans by reshaping the gut microbiota | Nature Metabolism https://t.co/hpTnHqgw6X

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Nature Japan
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Welping JiaとHuating Liらの@NatMetabolism #OA #論文 Resistant starch intake facilitates weight loss in humans by reshaping the gut microbiota https://t.co/J4IdfaACaG 【注目のハイライト】代謝:難消化性デンプンは腸内微生物相を介して体重減少を助ける https://t.co/Vmq0e1JkGD https://t.co/z9rnjn1LwJ

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Neil Floch MD
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Resistant starch intake facilitates weight loss in humans by reshaping the gut microbiota | @Nature https://t.co/KynqqI75tM

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@MValjento Weight and fat loss are characteristic of fiber supplementation in RCTs, too https://t.co/yNjYzeGb7S

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The Innovation | Gastroenterology
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The paper explores the potential effects of resistant starch (RS) as a dietary supplement on body weight and metabolism, elucidating how resistant starch (RS) promotes weight loss and enhances insulin sensitivity by adjusting gut microbiome composition. https://t.co/qBKfvGi0jU

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SANCYD
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Almidón resistente, microbiota y pérdida de peso: Resistant starch intake facilitates weight loss in humans by reshaping the gut microbiota https://t.co/kEywy7RWXP

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Huiluo Cao 曹慧荦
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Resistant starch intake facilitates weight loss in humans by reshaping the gut microbiota | Nature Metabolism https://t.co/hpTnHqgw6X

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CDBIOPOLY
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Nature Metabolism:「No need to pull the plug on staple foods for weight loss」New research shows that supplementing with resistant starch can promote weight loss, and after two weeks of supplementation, fat and waist circumference decreased significantly. https://t.co/NGWIQC7503

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Reiner 
@erlesen · X

Resistant starch intake facilitates weight loss in humans by reshaping the gut microbiota https://t.co/ZR5MA0PnUO Wenn Nudeln erkalten, wandelt sich die darin enthaltene Stärke in resistente Stärke um. Das Gleiche gilt für Reis, Kartoffeln & Süßkartoffeln! https://t.co/1THg3pLDva

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Mind Your Science!
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「8週間の食物繊維(レジスタントスターチ)サプリの摂取が、過剰体重の個体の減量(平均-2.8kg)を達成」 食物繊維摂取→腸内細菌叢の変化→腸管バリア回復→炎症の軽減 Resistant starch intake facilitates weight loss in humans by reshaping the gut microbiota https://t.co/hWu6D9mWuk

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Resistant starch intake facilitates weight loss in humans by reshaping the gut microbiota | Nature Metabolism https://t.co/KynqqI75tM

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