October 4, 2026 · 11 MIN
Resistant Starch and Gut Health: Prebiotic Fueling for Endurance Athletes
Resistant starch feeds beneficial gut bacteria to produce butyrate, strengthening the intestinal barrier that endurance exercise disrupts. Cooling cooked rice and potatoes increases resistant starch content by 50-100%. Learn RS types, practical meal prep, and GI symptom reduction strategies.
