High amylose polysaccharide

Why You Need It

• Gut Microbiome Support: Feeds beneficial bacteria, increasing diversity.
• Blood Sugar Stability: Prevents sharp insulin spikes by slowing glucose absorption.
• Improved Insulin Sensitivity: Helps your body use insulin more effectively.
• Enhanced Satiety: Increases feelings of fullness, aiding weight management.

Deep Dive

High amylose polysaccharides are unique because of their long, linear chains (unlike the branched chains of amylopectin). This structure makes them resistant to your digestive enzymes. When they reach the colon unharmed, your bacteria ferment them. The star product of this fermentation is Butyrate. Butyrate reduces gut inflammation, strengthens the gut barrier (preventing 'leaky gut'), and has been linked to lower risks of colon cancer. Furthermore, because this starch bypasses digestion, it contributes very few calories while signaling your body to rely on stored fat for energy.

Natural Food Sources

Nature provides this starch in specific states—usually when foods are cooked and then cooled. This process, called retrogradation, changes the starch structure to become more resistant.

Supplementation

If you struggle to eat cooked-and-cooled carbs or fermented foods, supplements like Hi-Maize Resistant Starch (derived from corn) or Green Banana Flour are excellent options.

Dosage: Start with 1 teaspoon (5g) daily and slowly increase to 1-2 tablespoons (15-20g) over two weeks. Taking it with a meal helps digestion; taking it before bed is popular for overnight gut repair.